Impact of Cyclone PAM on Rainwater Harvesting Prospects in the Pacific Region
Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · pp. 1–11 · Published 10 Oct 2015
10.9734/BJAST/2016/20526Abstract
Aims: To assess the impact of cyclone PAM on the rainwater harvesting prospects in the Pacific region. Study Design: The study was conducted based on the field observations, data from various government organizations and NGOs. Place and Duration of Study: The study was based in Port Vila, Vanuatu along with nearby Island countries like New Caledonia, Solomon Islands, Fiji and Tuvalu were part of the study. The study was conducted from mid-March to the end of June, 2015. Methodology: The study was based on the field observations; estimates from authenticated sources with the evidence of the pictorial data of remote areas; community feedbacks; government department’s data and NGO’s reports. The views of individuals, community heads, government bodies and relief workers of various national and international agencies were integral part of this assessment. Results: The impact of category 5 cyclone PAM on the prospects of rainwater harvest in the Pacific region was at the highest order. An average of 76% damage to these was recorded in theregion. Conclusion: A serious introspection had risen for the regional practices of rainwater harvesting in the Pacific and seems in bringing a drastic change for sustainable practices which would withstand the global changes. May be an integrated model with traditional setup and modern equipment shall make sure for sustaining future natural disasters besides longevity and for the better prospects.
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