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August 7, 2012

Philippines: Mass Flooding Shutters Schools, Businesses 
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In the Philippines, flood waters continue to rise around the capital
Manila amidst torrential rains that have killed dozens of people in
recent weeks. Tens of thousands have fled their homes as the flooding
shuts down schools and businesses. There were reports the water was neck
deep in some areas. The recent flooding comes after Typhoon Soala hit
the Philippines more than a week ago, bringing drenching rains and heavy
winds and killing more than 50 people.

 

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