Following a windstorm that ripped through the village of Karasabai in Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo) Guyana’s leading disaster management organisation, the Civil Defence Commission (CDC) has assisted some twenty-two (22) households within the village.
On Friday, the CDC said that a team was dispatched to assess the situation and deliver relief supplies to the village and to assist impacted residents there.
“At least 22 households received relief items initially, with the Region pledging to deliver supplies if necessary,” a social media post said.
Additionally, the region, through its Public Works Office, has begun sourcing building materials for the residents to facilitate the rebuilding process. Amerindian Affairs Minister, Pauline Sukhai, also visited the Karasabai Community to express the Government’s commitment to ensuring that all those that were affected will be taken care of.
Meanwhile, last Sunday, it was reported that Karasabai Village, Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo) was affected by strong winds which resulted in the destruction several homes.
While no fatalities have been reported, reports from the REO revealed that three children have sustained minor injuries. The Regional Democratic Council (RDC) has also dispatched a team to assess the extent of the damage and determine the necessary support for affected residents.
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