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Amelia Palmer

Flash Flood Survivors Face Hidden Health Risks Long After Floodwaters Recede, from Infections to Lasting Mental Health Effects

As climate change fuels more extreme weather, scientists warn that it can amplify the impacts of El Niño, bringing heavier rainfall and increasing the risk of flash floods in vulnerable regions.

While the immediate danger of fast-rising floodwaters often dominates headlines, health experts say survivors may continue facing serious health threats, including infections, mold exposure and mental health challenges, long after the water recedes.

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