One of the reasons for the spread of communicable diseases during a flood can be the _____.

damage to telephone and electric poles

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erosion of soil

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contamination of available water

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loss of agricultural land

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The correct option is C contamination of available water
Floods cause a lot of damage. Drainage and sewage systems that are poorly maintained can be damaged by floods, resulting in contamination of water. This can result in the spread of communicable diseases in the aftermath of a flood.

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