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Why are floods so deadly?

Floods, like the one in Nepal and Tibet, are incredibly destructive because they combine the force of water with debris, sweeping away infrastructure and people. The sheer volume and speed of the water make escape difficult, and the aftermath often leaves communities without shelter, food, or clean water, leading to further casualties from disease and exposure.

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