Data was compiled by ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ based on the number of articles reporting a new event published by Floodlist during the indicated period. One flood event per article was assumed. However, figures will not include events not reported by the source.
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Global number of reported flood events 2020-2023, by region
In 2023, there were at least *** flood events reported worldwide, with the Americas accounting for almost a third of occurrences. Africa followed, with ** reported flood events. African countries account for the largest share of flood deaths worldwide.
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