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Floods and cyclonic storms across Asia leave over 900 dead and hundreds missing
- More than 900 people died across Southeast Asia as floods and cyclones struck Indonesia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and other nations.
- In Indonesia, 442 people have died and about 80,000 people have been evacuated as floods worsen.
- Sri Lanka reports a rising death toll of 334 and nearly 400 missing as Cyclone Ditwah hits the island.
- Cyclones Senyar and Ditwah have driven the extreme weather across the region, with widespread flooding in multiple countries.
- Thailand reported 170 deaths and 1.4 million affected as floods hit 12 southern provinces.
- Authorities warn more heavy rains could worsen conditions and hamper relief efforts.
- Residents described losing homes as waters rose, prompting evacuations and concerns about food and water shortages.
- Sri Lanka declared a state of emergency to manage the disaster and call for international aid.
- India assisted with relief efforts, sending helicopters and supplies to affected eastern states.
- Displaced populations rely on state shelters and aid as communications and utilities are disrupted.
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