Venezuela - Floods, update (INAMEH, Government of Venezuela, media) (ECHO Daily Flash of 27 August 2021)
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The death toll has been increasing following widespread floods and landslides that have been affecting most of the western States of Venezuela. A state of emergency remains in effect over Merida, Zulia, Apure, Bolivar and Yaracuy according to the national authorities.
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According to media reports, at least 20 people have died (all in Merida), 17 are missing and more than 54,500 people have been affected across the country.
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For the next 24 hours, moderate to heavy rain is expected over most of Venezuela, including the affected States.