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Asia's Deadly Cyclones and Monsoons: A Tsunami of Tragedy

TL;DR

Asia is currently grappling with catastrophic cyclones and monsoon rains, resulting in devastating flooding and a skyrocketing death toll.

  • Over 1,250 people have lost their lives, with many more missing.
  • Countries like Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and Thailand are the hardest hit.
  • Deforestation is a significant factor blamed for the severity of these floods.
  • As communities reel from the aftermath, the urgent need for climate action has never been clearer.

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