Source: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs
Country: Ecuador
On April 16, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck coastal areas in northwest Ecuador causing a total of 671 deaths and widespread damage.
Six months after, the UN and IASC partners continue to support the government’s response.
Simultaneously, strategic decisions and programs shape the path to recovery.
The response to the earthquake is an opportunity to strengthen resilience through the reduction of vulnerabilities and better preparedness at a local and national level.
