“The situation is catastrophic” : Myanmar Floods Leave 226 Dead

The death toll from the floods caused by Cyclone Yagi in Myanmar has risen to 226 dead and 77 missing, according to the official television announcement on Monday evening.

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This new figure is double the one reported by the country’s military junta on Sunday, which stated 113 deaths, according to AFP.

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According to state television, the devastating floods triggered by the cyclone destroyed nearly 260,000 hectares (640,000 acres) of rice fields and other crops.

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Cyclone Yagi also hit China, the Philippines, and Vietnam in recent days, leaving hundreds dead and causing extensive destruction.

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