- October 9, 2023
- Posted by: Patrice Wishart
- Categories: disaster management, El Nino, News, Public Education and Awareness
Georgetown, Guyana – The Civil Defence Commission (CDC) on Tuesday and Wednesday last conducted El Niño and Drought Preparedness sessions at their Headquarters in Thomas Lands, and the Alternate National Emergency Operations Centre (ANEOC) in Timehri, respectively.
Members from the El Niño Committee, the Regional Democratic Council and other relevant stakeholders gathered to absorb information from the CDC, Hydrometeorological Office, Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) and more, as it relates to the current dry season. Operating on the Prime Minister’s mandate, discussions involving the importance of potable water; crop protection during the dry season and tips to stay protected from the heat were had.
To date, Regions 3, 5, 6, and 9 were engaged in this essential awareness campaign and plans to reach the remaining locations are being finalized.
