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Dam Burst Sparks Evacuation in Russia
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Crisis: Russia and Kazakhstan Floods
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Over 4,000 people evacuated in Russia's Orenburg region due to a dam burst near Kazakhstan's border, causing widespread flooding and affecting thousands of homes. Kazakh President Tokayev termed it one of the worst disasters in 80 years, emphasizing the need for assistance. The dam, built in 2014, led to a criminal case in Russia for safety violations.
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