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Cyclone Gonu hits Oman



A powerful cyclone hit Oman's central coast with strong winds and rain early Wednesday, after thousands of residents fled to higher ground. People were told to stay indoors, while schools and public buildings were emptied to make room for the evacuees. For more photos of the cyclone please visit my gallery at www.alaasadik.net/gonu

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