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Cyclones : when will the tally of deaths end?

In following an erratic trajectory, tropical storm Hanna has surprised more than one. Contrary to meteorological forecasts, the storm has heavily hit Haiti, leaving in its wake more than 60 dead and flooding several regions of the country. But beyond the serious results registered, Hanna has brought to the fore the deficiency of the civil protection system.

This Wednesday, 3 September, the storm commenced along the North coast of Haiti. However, the rains and the storm were also expected in the other regions of the country. The government, thus, maintains red alert and continues to warn the population of the threats of violents storms, flooding and landslides.

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