Cambodia: Nearly 1,000 Disasters in 8 Months, Over 200 Casualties
Cambodia experienced 977 disasters, including fires, tornadoes, and lightning strikes, from January to August this year, resulting in 217 deaths or injuries and affecting 8,512 homes. Both the number of incidents and casualties have increased compared to the same period last year.
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