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WHO joins Pakistan and partners to strengthen long-term preparedness for climate-driven floods and stands ready to assist 1.8 million people this year
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· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information on these efforts can be found through the World Health Organization's Pakistan office, which has released details on its website.
Health officials are preparing for potential flooding in the area. A plan is in place to help those at risk. The health sector is taking steps to get ready for emergencies.
A recent conference brought together government and health organizations to discuss long-term strategies for dealing with climate-related hazards. The goal is to improve coordination and response times. Further information on these efforts can be found through the World Health Organization's Pakistan office, which has released details on its website.
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Category: disaster Published: August 13, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 1 min
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