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flag The Netherlands ran a major flood drill using extreme rain to test emergency responses and defenses.

flag The Netherlands conducted Operation Cloudburst, a five-day emergency drill simulating a severe "water bomb" scenario with 200mm of rain in one day, to prepare for extreme flooding from climate change. flag Involving military, emergency services, and water authorities, the exercise tested evacuations, flood barriers, and public response across vulnerable low-lying areas. flag The drill highlighted advanced Dutch flood defenses, including AI drones, mobile dams, and real-time monitoring, as officials stress ongoing preparedness amid rising flood risks. flag No damage occurred, and findings will guide improvements.

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