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Sudan (the): Sand and Dust Storm: 2002/0927
GLIDE: ST-2002-000623-SDN
Period | 2002/0927 |
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Country or District | Sudan (the) |
Event Type | Sand and Dust Storm |
Outline | A sudden and violent sandstorm has hit the Sudanese capital, Khartoum, causing a large number of casualties. Sudanese officials said at least 26 people died and more than 30 were taken to hospital after a Nile ferry capsized in the storm |
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Human Impact | Physical Impact | Others |
BBC news 2002/09/27 | ||
Dead: at least 26 people Injured: more than 30 people |