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Passage: Flash floods triggered by monsoon rains regularly displace thousands of families in low-lying areas, overwhelming local disaster response teams. Early warning systems, when functioning properly, can give residents crucial hours to evacuate, yet many villages still lack access to timely alerts. Disaster management officials say investing in community-based warning networks could dramatically reduce casualties in future floods. Question: What can be inferred about villages lacking timely alerts?
A. They no longer experience monsoon rains
B. They receive alerts faster than other villages
C. They are likely at greater risk during flash floods ✅
D. They are completely safe from flooding
