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Children’s psychological well-being a major concern after Nepal floods, UNICEF worker says

From iDNES · () Czech

Translated from Czech and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • A flood wave in Nepal rose nearly nine meters in about 30 minutes in late August, leaving thousands of people homeless.
  • More than 100 children were separated from their parents, while aid workers also face shortages of drinking water.
  • UNICEF’s Abiodun Banire said the international community must support Nepal throughout its recovery.

The psychological impact on children is a major concern after floods in Nepal separated more than 100 of them from their parents. UNICEF worker Abiodun Banire described the situation in an interview with iDNES.cz.

The flood wave rose by nearly nine meters in just half an hour at the end of August. Thousands of people lost their homes, while aid teams worked to help children and address a shortage of drinking water.

“ The international community will have to stand by Nepal throughout this journey,” Banire said. The appeal came as relief efforts continued for children affected by the disaster.

The international community will have to stand by Nepal throughout this journey.

· Abiodun BanireThe UNICEF worker called for sustained international support as Nepal responds to the flood disaster.
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