Preparation and quick action save flood victims in Orissa
By Ces Adorna ORISSA, India, 18 July 2007There are 30 reported deaths from the floods themselves, while approximately 100,000 have been forced to flee their homes. It is vitally important to ensure that displaced families and children have proper sanitation.
UNICEF’s Representative in Orissa, Shadrack Omol, emphasized the need for community intervention in the aftermath of the flooding. “The challenge is to ensure that no more children die from waterborne diseases after having survived the floods,” said Mr. Omol. To assist in this effort, 200 youth volunteers have been trained and given information pamphlets on safe water and sanitation.
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