Weather Threatens Recovery
We give thanks that Haiti has emerged from the firs two months of hurricane season without the incidence of a major storm.
As the season continues, the chance of severe weather threatens the tenuous stability of 1.5 million Haitians living in makeshift camps. Experts predict three to seven major hurricanes this year.
In partnership with 66 local pastors, World Relief provided 48,000 families with temporary shelter, helping reach the international community’s goal of temporary housing for all Haitians by the onset of hurricane season.
In spite of these successes, overcrowded tent camps pose their own challenges, breeding disease and insecurity. Obstacles such as uncleared rubble and land disputes continue to stymie efforts to ensure more permanent shelter.
As we praise the Lord for the absence of major storms over the past two months, we invite you to continue praying for protection of Haitians and for the work of those laboring alongside our brothers and sisters in Haiti.
*All information from CWR partner, World Relief.
