Saturday, 23 February 2008
23 February - Slideshow
The below slideshow shows some images from the areas of Madagascar, affected by Hurricane Ivan. Some captions are in French, but even if you do not understand the language, the impact is clear enough.
Friday, 22 February 2008
22 February
I have found out that the 9 people feared dead at Sainte Marie on Sunday, were in fact alive.
22 February - News in brief
Floods - The danger is always there. The warning issued
yesterday by the Authority for protection against flooding of the plain
of Antananarivo is still maintained. The level of Ikopa exceeded the
alert for danger. It climbed 4 cm in 24 hours and La Mamba River, which
also climbed 10 cm in 24 hours. That of Sisaony fell by 36 cm in 24
hours and will also remain stationary during the next 12 hours.
Help - French donation at Toamasina. A humanitarian cargo estimated at 657 million Ar is moving towards Toamasina. It is a help of the French Red Cross and the Platform for regional intervention of the Indian Ocean. The cargo of 12 tons is composed, among others, generators, chainsaws and tarpaulins.
Vavatenina
Threat of diarrhea
Diarrhoeal diseases are emerging in the district of Vavatenina. "Three fokontany are currently affected by diarrhoea," says Colonel Jean Rakotomalala, Executive Secretary, National Bureau of risk management and disaster (BNGRC).
Although stocks of medicines are already available in the areas affected by the hurricane, "the body of water throughout the island promoting the emergence of diseases associated with the phenomenon," suggests, for his part, Jean Louis Robinson, Minister of Health, Family Planning and Social Welfare.
On the other hand, dressed in the capital complain that the thrust of malaria. In other areas, health officials say an outbreak of dysentery is also a risk.
Help - French donation at Toamasina. A humanitarian cargo estimated at 657 million Ar is moving towards Toamasina. It is a help of the French Red Cross and the Platform for regional intervention of the Indian Ocean. The cargo of 12 tons is composed, among others, generators, chainsaws and tarpaulins.
Vavatenina
Threat of diarrhea
Diarrhoeal diseases are emerging in the district of Vavatenina. "Three fokontany are currently affected by diarrhoea," says Colonel Jean Rakotomalala, Executive Secretary, National Bureau of risk management and disaster (BNGRC).
Although stocks of medicines are already available in the areas affected by the hurricane, "the body of water throughout the island promoting the emergence of diseases associated with the phenomenon," suggests, for his part, Jean Louis Robinson, Minister of Health, Family Planning and Social Welfare.
On the other hand, dressed in the capital complain that the thrust of malaria. In other areas, health officials say an outbreak of dysentery is also a risk.
22 February - Appeal for aid
The government has appealed for international aid
"Both natural disasters have weakened Malagasy population. The needs are great in Madagascar. "These are the terms that Marcel Ranjeva, Minister of Foreign Affairs, launched yesterday in Anosy, the call for international solidarity. Fame and Ivan have ravaged in the Great Island. These hurricanes resulted in 42 fatalities, more than
80000 affected thousands
Cases of housing destroyed and more than 18000 hectares of rice fields flooded, according to the National Bureau of risk management and disaster (BNGRC). "Stocks to rescue the thousands of people who find themselves in an emergency situation are exhausted," says Colonel Jean Rakotomalala, Executive Secretary of BNGRC.
Heads of diplomatic missions and representatives of the international community have paid attention to the presentation of the heavy toll in the aftermath hurricane. Destroyed infrastructure, agriculture affected tourism in critical condition, the Great Island faces enormous needs. Although relief and interventions have been completed, the materials available are almost inadequate.
At last report, 29 deaths were recorded after the passage of Ivan. 70% of the roads are cut off. No figure has been put forward with regard to the needs. The UN system, represented by Xavier Leus, has confirmed its commitment to mobilise the international community. "We will use the funds rotation UN immediate release funds, in order to better assist the affected population," he says.
For his part, Jean Claude Boidin, ambassador of the European Union, did not hide his availability for the reconstruction of road infrastructure and strengthening the prepositioning stocks.
"Both natural disasters have weakened Malagasy population. The needs are great in Madagascar. "These are the terms that Marcel Ranjeva, Minister of Foreign Affairs, launched yesterday in Anosy, the call for international solidarity. Fame and Ivan have ravaged in the Great Island. These hurricanes resulted in 42 fatalities, more than
80000 affected thousands
Cases of housing destroyed and more than 18000 hectares of rice fields flooded, according to the National Bureau of risk management and disaster (BNGRC). "Stocks to rescue the thousands of people who find themselves in an emergency situation are exhausted," says Colonel Jean Rakotomalala, Executive Secretary of BNGRC.
Heads of diplomatic missions and representatives of the international community have paid attention to the presentation of the heavy toll in the aftermath hurricane. Destroyed infrastructure, agriculture affected tourism in critical condition, the Great Island faces enormous needs. Although relief and interventions have been completed, the materials available are almost inadequate.
At last report, 29 deaths were recorded after the passage of Ivan. 70% of the roads are cut off. No figure has been put forward with regard to the needs. The UN system, represented by Xavier Leus, has confirmed its commitment to mobilise the international community. "We will use the funds rotation UN immediate release funds, in order to better assist the affected population," he says.
For his part, Jean Claude Boidin, ambassador of the European Union, did not hide his availability for the reconstruction of road infrastructure and strengthening the prepositioning stocks.
22 February - Rice production threatened
Rice production threatened
The Mangoro Alaotra region has suffered greatly from Hurricane Ivan. 15000 hectares of rice fields were flooded. Growers have a lot to do to get out.
The movement is no possible by canoe to reach both ends of Antanambe. The town was cut off during the passage of Hurricane Ivan.
Producers have to worry. The Hurricane Ivan could jeopardize the rice-growing season of 2008. Much of the extent of the Rice Lake Alaotra was hit by the flood. Seedlings seem not to bear the long-term immersion. This can significantly affect production this season.
The failure of dikes for protection and the collapse of some dams has caused enormous damage. Regional managers are reporting an area of 15000 hectares of rice fields flooded, as an estimate. And the balance may grow in the coming days. The reports are steadily converging to the office of chief Alaotra region-Mangoro.
In the district of Ambatondrazaka, over 30% of rice fields in the valley are flooded . The rice seedlings planted a few weeks ago are totally immersed. "There is very little chance to save the rice crop, unless the waters drain sooner," says Christian Rabearihanta, president of the federation of peasants in the valley Mariane. "The next harvest is likely to be compromised," says he.
At Amparafaravola, waters overflowed from the Sahamaloto dam. The flooding has severely affected the surrounding rice fields. "This kind of incident occurs rarely in the area. The latest dated back to 1958 and 1972, "says David Alexander Robinson, head of the region Alaotra-Mangoro.
Short Cycle
So far, no local officials can evaluate the surface damaged by the overflow from the Sahamaloto dam. In many cases, the breakdown of protective embankments has aggravated the situation. The dam located in Marofinaritra, in the municipality of Ambohijanahary to Amparafaravola transferred Monday. In addition to the flooding of paddy fields, several villages located downstream are temporarily abandoned. Residents are forced to flee the lower area, leaving behind stocks of rice, often estimated at a few tons of paddy, and the means of production such as tillers, tractors, ploughs.
Questioned on the future of rice cultivation for the 2008 season, local authorities remain optimistic. "The rice plants have a capacity of resistance of a week. After this time, it no longer can expect much and we must start all over again, "says Jean Louis Robinson, Health Minister
Box
The rice granary threatened
362000 tons of rice produced in 2007, the region of Alaotra-Mangoro, the first rice granary of Madagascar, might not beat the record of last year in view of the prevailing situation.
The silting, the strong current of water and rotting plants threaten production for the next harvest.
According to the statistics, the region Alaotra-Mangoro hitherto provides 30% of national production of rice annually, or an average of 350000 tonnes. The bulk of the quantity supplied is intended to resupply the local market. A portion is reserved for export.
The Mangoro Alaotra region has suffered greatly from Hurricane Ivan. 15000 hectares of rice fields were flooded. Growers have a lot to do to get out.
The movement is no possible by canoe to reach both ends of Antanambe. The town was cut off during the passage of Hurricane Ivan.
Producers have to worry. The Hurricane Ivan could jeopardize the rice-growing season of 2008. Much of the extent of the Rice Lake Alaotra was hit by the flood. Seedlings seem not to bear the long-term immersion. This can significantly affect production this season.
The failure of dikes for protection and the collapse of some dams has caused enormous damage. Regional managers are reporting an area of 15000 hectares of rice fields flooded, as an estimate. And the balance may grow in the coming days. The reports are steadily converging to the office of chief Alaotra region-Mangoro.
In the district of Ambatondrazaka, over 30% of rice fields in the valley are flooded . The rice seedlings planted a few weeks ago are totally immersed. "There is very little chance to save the rice crop, unless the waters drain sooner," says Christian Rabearihanta, president of the federation of peasants in the valley Mariane. "The next harvest is likely to be compromised," says he.
At Amparafaravola, waters overflowed from the Sahamaloto dam. The flooding has severely affected the surrounding rice fields. "This kind of incident occurs rarely in the area. The latest dated back to 1958 and 1972, "says David Alexander Robinson, head of the region Alaotra-Mangoro.
Short Cycle
So far, no local officials can evaluate the surface damaged by the overflow from the Sahamaloto dam. In many cases, the breakdown of protective embankments has aggravated the situation. The dam located in Marofinaritra, in the municipality of Ambohijanahary to Amparafaravola transferred Monday. In addition to the flooding of paddy fields, several villages located downstream are temporarily abandoned. Residents are forced to flee the lower area, leaving behind stocks of rice, often estimated at a few tons of paddy, and the means of production such as tillers, tractors, ploughs.
Questioned on the future of rice cultivation for the 2008 season, local authorities remain optimistic. "The rice plants have a capacity of resistance of a week. After this time, it no longer can expect much and we must start all over again, "says Jean Louis Robinson, Health Minister
Box
The rice granary threatened
362000 tons of rice produced in 2007, the region of Alaotra-Mangoro, the first rice granary of Madagascar, might not beat the record of last year in view of the prevailing situation.
The silting, the strong current of water and rotting plants threaten production for the next harvest.
According to the statistics, the region Alaotra-Mangoro hitherto provides 30% of national production of rice annually, or an average of 350000 tonnes. The bulk of the quantity supplied is intended to resupply the local market. A portion is reserved for export.
Thursday, 21 February 2008
21 February - The Homeless
Victims of Hurricane Ivan
The crowd housed in tents
The conditions of disaster victims evacuated from Anosimahavelona are precarious. put up in tents, they lack a minimum of comfort.
Some disaster victims are beginning to suffer from the cold.
At Anosizato West, one of the sites hosting evacuees to Anosimahavelona on the night of Feb. 18, eighty people live under one tent. The surface estimated at 144 m2 excludes tramway for the occupants.
A total of 2400 people, distributed in a dozen tents have sought refuge on this site Anosizato West. At night, they find it difficult to sleep. "I find it hard to bear the air confined here, with all the world," complains Richard Rakotonandrasana, one of the flood victims.
On the other hand, the common problem faced by these refugees is the fight against humidity. Water seeps in tents, as overnight advance, preventing them from sleeping well.
At the time of the evacuation, the majority of families were unable to recover a single coverage. Some of them go to bed in wet clothes. Suzanne Razanadratsimba, a mother of the family is still in shock from the flood that swept away all his belongings.
"I feel like reliving the nightmare of the flooding of the night when we were rescued at Anosimahavelona," said she in the media. She and her companions want officials soon found a solution to this uncomfortable humidity.
Emerging diseases
Already, the diseases associated with intolerance to cold is felt. Headaches, colic and malaria are the first diagnoses made by the officers of the Red Cross Analamanga during their descent on the ground in the morning yesterday.
Also, the food-they are beginning to do The same scenario occurs at Tanjombato,
Next to the Smart Gallery, the second site to house the disaster of Anosimahavelona.
Box
Officials relief inundated.
The region Analamanga recorded the largest number with 15000 affected on 20000 identified throughout Madagascar.
The homeless are divided into sixty-ten tents prepositioned by the National Bureau of risk management and disaster (BNGRC).
Tiraillé between relief required at all affected in the four corners of the island and the division of labour, BNGRC is overwhelmed by its mission. The affected Analamanga complain of a lack of tents.
The crowd housed in tents
The conditions of disaster victims evacuated from Anosimahavelona are precarious. put up in tents, they lack a minimum of comfort.
Some disaster victims are beginning to suffer from the cold.
At Anosizato West, one of the sites hosting evacuees to Anosimahavelona on the night of Feb. 18, eighty people live under one tent. The surface estimated at 144 m2 excludes tramway for the occupants.
A total of 2400 people, distributed in a dozen tents have sought refuge on this site Anosizato West. At night, they find it difficult to sleep. "I find it hard to bear the air confined here, with all the world," complains Richard Rakotonandrasana, one of the flood victims.
On the other hand, the common problem faced by these refugees is the fight against humidity. Water seeps in tents, as overnight advance, preventing them from sleeping well.
At the time of the evacuation, the majority of families were unable to recover a single coverage. Some of them go to bed in wet clothes. Suzanne Razanadratsimba, a mother of the family is still in shock from the flood that swept away all his belongings.
"I feel like reliving the nightmare of the flooding of the night when we were rescued at Anosimahavelona," said she in the media. She and her companions want officials soon found a solution to this uncomfortable humidity.
Emerging diseases
Already, the diseases associated with intolerance to cold is felt. Headaches, colic and malaria are the first diagnoses made by the officers of the Red Cross Analamanga during their descent on the ground in the morning yesterday.
Also, the food-they are beginning to do The same scenario occurs at Tanjombato,
Next to the Smart Gallery, the second site to house the disaster of Anosimahavelona.
Box
Officials relief inundated.
The region Analamanga recorded the largest number with 15000 affected on 20000 identified throughout Madagascar.
The homeless are divided into sixty-ten tents prepositioned by the National Bureau of risk management and disaster (BNGRC).
Tiraillé between relief required at all affected in the four corners of the island and the division of labour, BNGRC is overwhelmed by its mission. The affected Analamanga complain of a lack of tents.
21 February - Death toll hits 22
REVIEW
22 dead across Madagascar
Ivan has made 22 victims across Madagascar. The town of Moramanga Beparasy reports eleven people dead and nine wounded. Another victim, in the district of Ambatondrazaka, added to the figure put forward by the head of Mangoro Alaotra region, Alexandre David Robinson. After gusts caused by Ivan in the region Analanjirofo, two people have also died.
In the northern part of the island, the collapse of a house in a district fokontany Andapa has taken the lives of eight people, according to a correspondent for the local Malagasy National Radio. While at Ifanadiana, a reporter from the station announced yesterday that a person has been washed away by floods.
The statement is still being developed and is likely to grow before all data received from the National Bureau of risk management and disaster are complete.
22 dead across Madagascar
Ivan has made 22 victims across Madagascar. The town of Moramanga Beparasy reports eleven people dead and nine wounded. Another victim, in the district of Ambatondrazaka, added to the figure put forward by the head of Mangoro Alaotra region, Alexandre David Robinson. After gusts caused by Ivan in the region Analanjirofo, two people have also died.
In the northern part of the island, the collapse of a house in a district fokontany Andapa has taken the lives of eight people, according to a correspondent for the local Malagasy National Radio. While at Ifanadiana, a reporter from the station announced yesterday that a person has been washed away by floods.
The statement is still being developed and is likely to grow before all data received from the National Bureau of risk management and disaster are complete.
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