Feasibility Study
is a tool to analyze the feasibility for the development of an Anticipatory Action mechanism. In August 2024, the Dominican Red Cross
led an internal and external consultation exercise.
For instance, the National Society identified the most relevant institutional actors in dealing with crises
related to tropical cyclones and drought in the Dominican Republic.
Secondary sources were documented for the study, as well as the challenges
and opportunities for the potential Early Action Plans.
Among some of the key recommendations, a close coordination with the Ministry of Agriculture, the Dominican Institute of Meteorology (INDOMET), the National Institute of Hydraulic Resources (INDRHI) and the National Emergency Commission (CNE), is essential to anticipate the impacts of tropical cyclones and droughts. Likewise, the collaboration with the United Nations agencies and other international organizations was also identified as crucial. Among the sectors where early actions could be focused include health, Protection, Gender and Inclusion (PGI), livelihoods, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WaSH), shelter, and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR).
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The Dominican Red Cross prioritized floods and droughts for Anticipatory Action in the country
We are confident that the anticipation mechanism will help us strengthen our institutional capabilities.
-Altagracia
Capellán,
Dominican
Red Cross