Australia to assist Burma flood vic

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Subject: Australia to assist Burma flood victims


			AID 5 25 August 1997

            AUSTRALIA TO ASSIST BURMA FLOOD VICTIMS
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The Australian Government today announced a contribution of $50 000 in 
emergency assistance to help cope with recent monsoonal flooding in Burma.

The flooding has caused widespread loss of life and displaced thousands 
of people from their homes.

Heavier than usual monsoon rains have led to flooding throughout Burma 
causing the deaths of up to 100 people and extensive damage to houses, 
livestock and agricultural equipment.

Although flood waters are now receding, serious health problems remain 
and Australiapurchase medicines, rice, clothing, blankets, mosquito nets 
and cooking utensils.

Australia
Media Inquiries: MarkGiffard (AusAID) (02) 6206 4966

[AusAID, 25 August 1997]

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