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    "author": "Julia Vergin Senior editor and team lead for Science online",
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    "excerpt": "When flash floods sweep through the Himalayas, there is often little time to react. Scientists are working to understand the risks and improve early warning systems.",
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    "title": "Tragedy in Nepal: How do flash floods happen?",
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