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
Global - USAID/OFDA Shelter and Settlements Sector Update, Fiscal Year (FY) 2011
Published:
March 1, 2011U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID/OFDA have provided funding for disaster response and disaster risk reduction programs in Indonesia, Haiti and Kyrgyzstan for disaster response and constructing emergency water, sanitation and hygiene infrastructure and transitional housing.Read more
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IndonesiaEast Asia and PacificIndonesia - Success Story: Humanitarian Transportation Bridge Enables Tsunami Response to Remote Islands, Fiscal Year (FY) 2012
U.S. Agency for International Development
This is a success story showcasing a humanitarian transportation bridge built to enable tsunami response to remote islands in Indonesia.Read more
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IndonesiaEast Asia and PacificDon't see what you're looking for? You can search USWP member sites, request a resource, or contact the USWP.