By IsraAID Staff | IsraAID Guatemala
Alta Verapaz is one of the poorer departments in Guatemala, as well as being one of the worst-hit regions by Storm Eta and Hurricane Iota in November. We have been working with the communities since November to help them recover and build back better. The storms damaged 60 health facilities, causing damage to the roofs and as a result, the water distribution systems.
It's essential that health care facilities have access to clean water for handwashing, drinking water, cleaning, infection protection, as well as medical purposes. Yet around the world, around 1 out of 4 health care facilities do not have basic water services, affecting 2 billion people.
Our WASH team in Guatemala, made up primarily of trained locals, are simultaneously repairing damaged roofs and installing rainwater harvesting systems, ensuring a consistent supply of water for 22 centers that provide health services in San Pedro Carcha and Lanquin municipalities.
Hear from Wilfredo, a manager of one of the health facilities!
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