Latrine project 1

note wooden latrines in far background. can see one port-a-potty (several more behind truck). note drainage 'canals' being constructed to support latrine project.

May 27 - camp latrine project

May 28th 2010
Sanitation has been a big issue at the camp. SA is working hard to bring conditions up to SPHERE standards. Initially there were port-a-potties set up (and still in use) which require daily pumping. Service initially was not always reliable, but SA now has a contractor that is reliable. Current project under way is the building of sturdy latrines and engineering drainage piping (note the drain ... read more

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The native Arawak Amerindians - who inhabited the island of Hispaniola when it was discovered by Columbus in 1492 - were virtually annihilated by Spanish settlers within 25 years. In the early 17th century, the French established a presence on Hispan... ... read more

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