CARRIACOU
-After Ivan
Island tour & damage assessment
Sunday 19th September 2004
Extensive damages, roofless homes, debris and water damaged
furniture and furnishings show a picture of the powerful destructive force
of Ivan the Terrible. (Each area is being assessed and documented and
will be dealt with individually, showing the need and how that is being
addressed with your help, every little counts)
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Seen here the house owned by Mr. Francis
that was lifted off the foundation, twisted about and flung here with
the water tank inside the house! Team members look on in shock at
the power that could have achieved this. |
In Windward, boats have been badly damaged, some
have washed up onto the shore. This boat belongs to Walter Oliver
of Scottish descendant who later helped this transporting the team
to visit Grenada. |
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Extensive shoreline degradation in windward while
run –off channeled by winding roads have cut culvert type channels
through private agricultural fields. Banana trees shredded, crops
are salt and wind burned and some livestock losses experienced. |
Interviews with residents reveal a badly shaken
populace, many showing evidence of Post traumatic Stress Disorder.
Some physical and food needs have been determined.
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Preliminary visit to hospital was at dusk, therefore unable to photo
document at this time. Discussion with medical practitioner Dr. Vijay
indicates shortages of medical supplies, oxygen and antibiotics. |
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There are currently 7 cases of Gastroenteritis 3 babies,
4 adults, hospitalized and a significant need for oral dehydration salts
and insulin ( needs refrigeration) due to power cuts. Diabetic and hypertensive
crises are prevalent as population affected may not be medicating as directed
. Have recommended utilization of radio station to encourage population
wellness and reassurance.
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