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GLIDE Record
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Event:
FL Flood
Number:
2014-000085
Country:
PNG Papua New Guinea
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Date (YMD):
2014-7-8
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Flooding was reported in Baimuru and Kikori district in the Gulf province following continuous heavy rains during the month of June. On 4 July 2014, Baimuru district's river Purari burst and caused floods in its surrounding areas. There were no casualties reported, but 37 house and food gardens were washed away with partially-damaged houses inundated by water. According to the National Disaster Centre and Provincial Disaster Centre, 27,017 people have been affected in Kikori and Baimuru district mostly.
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