The Civil Defence Commission (CDC) is currently conducting a multi-sectorial response following reports of high winds that affected the community of Arau, Region Seven, causing damage to several residential structures.
Based on preliminary information provided by the Village Toshao, fifteen (15) houses have been reported as damaged, with the impacts primarily affecting roofs and other sections of residential structures. These figures remain preliminary and are subject to verification as assessments continue.
An ongoing damage assessment is currently being conducted to determine the full extent of the impact on households and community infrastructure. The assessment and response are being coordinated by the CDC with support from the Guyana Defence Force (GDF), Guyana Police Force (GPF), Regional Democratic Council (RDC), and Arau Village leaders.
The GDF has mobilised personnel and resources to support the response, while local and regional officials continue to provide information from the affected community. The coordinated assessment will assist the CDC in determining priority needs and any additional resources required to support affected residents.
As an immediate measure, the CDC will mobilise an initial quantity of emergency shelter materials to assist households whose homes have been affected. Additional relief supplies and support may be provided based on the findings of the ongoing assessment. The Commission is also prepared to establish emergency shelter arrangements should the need arise.
The Commission will continue to monitor the situation and provide further updates as verified information becomes available.
