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Deadly flooding in Haiti displaces thousands amid ongoing crises

  • At least 42 people have died due to flooding in Haiti caused by torrential rains.
  • Over 13,600 homes have been flooded, forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate.
  • The agriculture sector and crops were heavily damaged, worsening hunger in the impoverished country.
  • The floods struck as Haiti faces major humanitarian challenges including gang violence, political instability and food insecurity.
  • Haiti has faced numerous natural disasters in recent years,further straining the ability to cope.
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