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What are flash floods?
Flash floods are sudden, intense floods, often caused by heavy rainfall over a short period. In Nepal, the mountainous terrain and river valleys make areas particularly vulnerable. The recent floods caused widespread destruction, damaging homes and vital infrastructure like hydropower projects, highlighting the immediate and devastating impact these events can have on communities.
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