Turning the Opportunity of Overseas Work into Disaster and Climate-Resilient Housing, Republic of Vanuatu
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Vanuatu is one of the most at risk (multi-hazard) countries in the world when it comes to disasters and climate change impacts. It is prone to tropical cyclones, storm surges, landslides, flooding, droughts, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and tsunamis. Cyclone Harold (2020) destroyed or damaged nearly 21,000 houses and severely affected 55,000 households. In the last three years alone, Vanuatu has been hit by five major cyclones, with devastating impacts felt throughout the country. Because of this, building cyclone-safe and disaster-resistant housing is a top priority for many families. The government has formulated various plans and policies to tackle the impacts of climate change and natural hazards and build a resilient nation. Click to Read |