Emergency & Disaster Relief
According to Water Supply and Sanitation Collaborative Council, in a disaster situation, the provision of safe water and sanitation solutions, and especially hygiene promotion, are vital to reduce the spread of epidemic diseases. Resources available in this sub-theme include case studies of disaster response, overviews of ongoing support to emergencies, and other resources related to WASH provision in disasters.
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Emergency & Disaster Relief Resources
Latin America and the Caribbean - Newsletter: November FY 2013
Published:
November 1, 2012U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID/OFDA have provided funding on a variety of projects in Latin America and the Caribbean including water, sanitation and hygiene as well as disaster relief efforts. There has been a significant focus on supporting urban areas in the area specifically in response to disasters including...Read more
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Latin America and the CaribbeanGlobal - Provisional Basic/Basic Guidance on Use of Plastic Sheeting as Part of NFI Distributions, Fiscal Year (FY) 2009
Published:
January 1, 2009U.S. Agency for International Development
The goal of any USAID/OFDA Shelter and Settlements (S&S) activity will be occupancy of covered living space that can serve as minimally adequate shelter for disaster/crisis affected populations in an expeditious and appropriate manner.Read more
ISIS Flood Risk Management Tool
CH2M HILL
ISIS, developed by CH2M HILL, provides users with a flexible and cost-effective range of tools to help understand and manage the challenges associated with flood risk. Read more
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