July 2021 Volume 5, Issue 4 Tropical Storm Elsa as it approached the Caribbean. (Photo from hwn.org) Region Bracing for Change - Pages 2-3 I The La Soufriere St. Vincent 2021 Eruption – A Personal Reflection - Pages 5-7 write as Executive Director of CARICAD to express our empathy for the people of our member states, Barbados, Saint Lucia and St. Vincent and the Grenadines that were affected by the passage of Tropical Storm/Hurricane Elsa on July 2nd and 3rd, 2021. In the case of the people of Saint Lucia our empathy rises distinctly to an expression of sympathy. We understand that Mr. Peter Victor lost his life during the stormy weather. We extend condolences to his family, relatives, friends and neighbours. Prepare for the Next Storm - Pages 8-10 We are mindful that yet another natural hazard has had a multi-island impact. That reality reminds us that when it comes to vulnerability to hazards, we are all in the same boat together in our region. We hope that all Reconstruction and Recovery efforts will be smooth and successful. We also hope that those efforts will contribute to future Resilience to storms and hurricanes. We trust that the suffering, pain and anxiety of those who suffered losses of houses, damage to their roofs, vehicles and other possessions can be ameliorated with compassion, urgency and efficiency. Devon L. Rowe 1 Executive Director July 7th, 2021
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