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Map of Aswa Bridge Flooding in the Affected North Province, Uganda
This map illustrates the area surrounding the Aswa bridge, submerged under the elevated flood waters of the Achwa River. The bridge is a critical junction connecting the cities of Gulu and Kitgum. The photographs were recorded by UNHCR staff on 4 October 2007. The background satellite image was recorded in September 2000.
Map scale for A3: 1:50,000
Projection : UTM zone 36N
Datum: WGS-84

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Last updated:Tue Dec 4 13:25:54 2007