When unexpected natural disasters and pandemics occur the effects on individuals, families and communities can be devastating and long lasting. The damage to the economy of a small country dependant on tourism will be significant but the extent of the damage and the return to normality is always determined by what preparations were in place.
Climate change appears to be increasing levels of extreme weather and regions such as the Caribbean can find themselves under-resourced to effectively deal with all situations that are likely to arise.
The importance of disaster preparation should never be under estimated, if the right preparations are in place lives will be saved and economies will restart sooner. Investing in resilience before a disaster hits is more effective than relying heavily on post-disaster recovery.
As requirements vary enormously from region to region Interex work closely with agencies and defence forces at a local level to identify and specify emergency preparedness supplies – some of which include:
Shelter & Comfort
Vehicles
Hygiene
Power
