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Last Updated: May 25th, 2009 - 14:58:45 |
H1N1 Influenza Confirmed in Saint Lucia
On the evening of Friday June 26, 2009, the Ministry of Health was informed by CAREC (Caribbean Epidemiology Center based in Trinidad) that the first case of H1N1 Influenza had been confirmed in Saint Lucia.
Wed, 1 Jul 2009, 10:32
At 18th meeting… CDERA looks at transition to CDEMA
The 18th meeting of the Council of the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Response Agency (CDERA) convened in Georgetown yesterday with an extensive agenda dealing with the advancement of comprehensive disaster management for the region.
Fri, 26 Jun 2009, 10:53
Climate change tempo ups
The major Caribbean disaster preparedness agency meets here today with a primary focus on climate change as Guyana and the region ups the tempo ahead of a crucial United Nations summit in December.
Thu, 25 Jun 2009, 14:48
Caribbean gets euro5 million for disaster mitigation plans
THE European Commission on Wednesday announced a euro5-million grant to assist the Caribbean with its disaster mitigation plans for the 2009 hurricane season, which started June 1 and runs until November 30.
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Tue, 23 Jun 2009, 13:45
BCBRA receives valuable donation from Canadian Government
The Government of Canada has donated $10 963 (just over BBD $18 500) in support of the expansion and upgrading of the Barbados Citizens Band Radio Association’s VHF Repeater Telecommunications Network.
Wed, 3 Jun 2009, 17:00
Earthquake east of Barbados
On Sunday 24th May at 01:13a.m. local time, an earthquake occurred east of Barbados. No damage was reported.
Mon, 25 May 2009, 14:42
European Commission and Caribbean discuss a platform for regional co-operation in the field of disaster management and civil protection
The European Commission met recently with Caribbean countries to discuss closer collaboration and a structured dialogue in the field of disaster management and response, through the creation of a regional cooperation platform.
Fri, 22 May 2009, 15:58
BVI Disaster Management Council to focus on climate change
Throughout the month of May and into Environment Month in June, the Public Information and Education (PIE) sub-committee of the National Disaster Management Council of the British Virgin Islands will focus on climate change and its impact on the Territory.
Tue, 19 May 2009, 16:30
IMF Executive Board Approves US$3.4 Million in Emergency Natural Disaster Assistance for St. Kitts and Nevis
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund today (May 15)approved a request for SDR 2.225 million (about US$3.4 million) in Emergency Natural Disaster Assistance for St. Kitts and Nevis. St. Kitts and Nevis was hit by Hurricane Omar in October 2008.
Sat, 16 May 2009, 09:43
CDERA prepares for change in name, mandate
A change in the name and scope of the regional disaster management agency is scheduled to take place on September 1, 2009. The Co-ordinator of CDERA noted that the change represents an important and transformational juncture of the organisation, as it becomes CDEMA.
Fri, 15 May 2009, 10:00
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