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Himalaya flood relief

Responding to heavy floods in North India, AMURT & AMURTEL has since the end of June had several relief teams distribute food and non-food items to thousands of affected people.

Himalaya flood relief — AMURT field report

In June 2013, the North Indian states of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, some regions of Western Nepal and their adjoining areas experienced heavy rainfall that triggered devastating floods and landslides. Parts of Haryana, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, and some parts of Western Tibet also experienced heavy rainfall. As of 29 June 2013, more than 1,000 people have died with many more missing.

AMURT volunteers distribute food and non-food items to flood affected population
AMURT volunteers distribute food and non-food items to flood affected population in Uttarakhand, North India.

AMURT & AMURTEL has since the end of June had several relief teams in the area that distribute food and non-food items to thousands of affected people in more than 20 locations. Several free medical camps have also been conducted.

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Published July 6, 2013. Updated July 9, 2013. Figures and conditions reflect the original reporting period. View the original AMURT report.