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: March FY 2010
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March 1, 2010U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID/OFDA have provided funding in Latin America and the Caribbean largely focused on rebuilding in Haiti and Chile following recent earthquakes by assisting with transitional structures and water, sanitation and hygiene services.Read more
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Latin America and the CaribbeanChad - Complex Emergency: Situation Report #1, Fiscal Year (FY) 2009
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October 8, 2009U.S. Agency for International Development
This factsheet provides an update on the complex emergency in Chad, including WASH aspects, as of 10/08/2009.Read more
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ChadSub-Saharan AfricaSudan - Ongoing USG Humanitarian Assistance to Sudan (09-30-2009)
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September 30, 2009U.S. Agency for International Development
This factsheet provides an update of ongoing USG assistance to the complex emergency in Sudan, including WASH aspects, as of 09/30/2009.Read more
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SudanSub-Saharan AfricaChad - Complex Emergency: Situation Report #4, Fiscal Year (FY) 2009
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September 25, 2009U.S. Agency for International Development
This factsheet provides an update on the complex emergency in Chad, including WASH aspects, as of 09/25/2009.Read more
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ChadSub-Saharan AfricaEthiopia - Complex Emergency: Situation Report #11, Fiscal Year (FY) 2009
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September 17, 2009U.S. Agency for International Development
This factsheet provides an update on the complex emergency in Ethiopia, including WASH aspects, as of 09/17/2009.Read more
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EthiopiaSub-Saharan AfricaSudan - Ongoing USG Assistance to Sudan and Eastern Chad
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October 3, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
This set of maps provides information on U.S. Government assistance to Sudan and Eastern Chad. The maps include narrative summaries of the conflict and resulting support from the U.S. government. The maps also offer information regarding which organizations are providing support in each region,...Read more
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HaitiLatin America and the CaribbeanSudan - Ongoing USG Humanitarian Assistance to Sudan (09-04-2009)
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September 4, 2009U.S. Agency for International Development
This factsheet provides an update of ongoing USG assistance to the complex emergency in Sudan, including WASH aspects, as of 09/04/2009.Read more
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SudanSub-Saharan AfricaSudan - Complex Emergency Situation Report #12
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September 4, 2009U.S. Agency for International Development
The U.S. Government (USG) is the largest bilateral donor to Sudan and has contributed more than $4.5 billion for humanitarian programs in Sudan and eastern Chad since FY 2004. The USG continues to support the implementation of the CPA and joins the international community in seeking a peaceful...Read more
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SudanLatin America and the CaribbeanLesotho and Swaziland - Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Programs, Fiscal Year (FY) 2009
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September 1, 2009U.S. Agency for International Development
Detailed report of how Swaziland and Lesotho have dealt with serious water shortages which were the result of intensive agricultural practices and livestock overgrazing. The USAID Famine Early Warning Systems Network identifies higher than average food prices which reflect potential household food...Read more
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SwazilandSub-Saharan AfricaEthiopia - Complex Emergency: Situation Report #10, Fiscal Year (FY) 2009
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August 12, 2009U.S. Agency for International Development
This factsheet provides an update on the complex emergency in Ethiopia, including WASH aspects, as of 08/12/2009.Read more
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