Over 85,000 Still in Temporary Shelters After Severe Weather

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The Disaster Management Centre reports that 85,351 individuals from 26,841 families affected by recent floods and landslides remain in temporary shelters across the country.

According to the DMC, these victims are currently accommodated at 873 relief centres.

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