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Event Date : 2024-07

Severe Drought Strikes Solomon Islands, Nov 1997

Drought

Disaster Overview

Disaster type: Drought
Disaster-Affected People: Not Reported
Affected Countries/Regions: Solomon Islands
Suggested Emergency Supplies List:

drinking water, water purification tablets, non-perishable food items, first aid kits, hygiene supplies, buckets and containers for water storage, water delivery systems

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Disaster Overview : The Solomon Islands is facing a severe drought that has persisted since June 1997. Due to the current weather situation in the South-East Pacific, most areas have recorded below-average rainfall, leading to significant water shortages and impacting normal services across the provinces. The provinces of Western, Choiseul, Central, and Isabel are particularly affected, with provincial authorities reducing working hours to allow for water collection. Some provincial hospitals face possible closure due to the escalating situation.

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