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Rapid Assessment Report for St. Vincent and the Grenadines Prepared by Regional Health Response Team

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Flooding occurred on 24thDecember, 2013 as a result of 3.11 inches (79.22mm) at E.T. Joshua Airport, as reported by the Met Office. 9 persons have been confirmed dead and 3 are missing. 50,000 people are without water. The government declared a Level 2 disaster.

No warning was received therefore no response procedures were activated to assist in securing patients, clearing drains, safe guarding equipment and supplies. Of the 109,373 persons residing in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, 13,029 persons have been directly affected in the disaster declared areas; 500 persons have been displaced island wide; 200 in shelters. 30% of potable water supply was available to the population after the impact, 50% to date and it is projected that by Tuesday 31st 85% of the population will be able to access the water supply. No information on water quality is available as yet.

The Road Network has been severely compromised especially on the windward and leeward side of the island. Access to health facilities in the impacted areas is limited.

The Ministry of Health operates 39 district clinics, 1 polyclinic, 5 district hospitals, I referral hospital, 1 facility for the elderly and indigent, and 1 mental health facility