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WHAT IS CDEMA?

CDEMA is the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency. This is the new name of the regional disaster management body formerly known as CDERA, the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Response Agency.

September 1, 2009 is the official date of transition to CDEMA.

IS CDEMA MORE THAN A NAME CHANGE?

Yes, CDEMA is more than a name change.

CDEMA will replace and advance the work of CDERA. CDEMA will fully embrace the principles and practice of Comprehensive Disaster Management (CDM) which is an integrated and proactive approach to disaster management. CDM seeks to reduce the risk and loss associated with natural and technological hazards and the effects of climate change to enhance regional sustainable development.

CDEMA will have:

  1. An expanded mandate;
  2. A broader stakeholder base; and
  3. An improved governance structure

For further information on the CDERA to CDEMA transition please click here...


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Flash flood situation creates dangerous driving conditions in the Virgin Islands
The Virgin Islands National Emergency Operation Center (NEOC) was activated today, November 16, at Level 1.The Territory is under a Flash Flood Warning. Heavy rains and thunderstorms will continue to affect the Virgin Islands throughout the day and into the evening.


NODS, CDEMA launch earthquake workshop
NODS, Antigua and Barbudain collaboration with the CDEMA launched an earthquake readiness programme to assist stakeholders to be better prepared for earthquakes

Agencies sensitise on enhancing earthquake readiness
Drop, cover and hold on. This strategy might very well be the technique to save your life during an earthquake.The point couldn’t have been stressed more at the campaign launch for Enhancing Earthquake Readiness at the headquarters of the NODS in Antigua and Barbuda

NEMO and USAID/OFDA to host consultation to review school safety document for St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Officials from the Ministry of Education, NEMO and other stakeholders will meet on Thursday 12th November, 2009 to discuss developing a school safety program for St. Vincent and the Grenadines.


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