Hosein launches Haiti relief effort

“Trinidad and Tobago has been lucky thus far with regard to natural disasters,” he said in a statement.

“However, our Caribbean brothers and sisters in Haiti have consistently been affected and we have an obligation to assist.” Noting that Haitians are still recovering from the devastating earthquake of 2010, Hosein said Hurricane Matthew reiterates their plight and threatens a recurrence of their past experience. “It was the most powerful hurricane in nearly a decade and has once again left thousands of people displaced in Haiti.” The mayor and San Fernando City Council (SFCC) have convened a committee to coordinate a relief effort wherein clothing, food, dry goods and supplies will be collected and sent to Haiti to assist in relief efforts.

“The council has partnered with the San Fernando Volunteer Network and other NGOs which will be confirmed shortly, to coordinate the collection, storage and delivery of items. Every donation counts and will make a difference in the lives of affected families in Haiti,” Hosein said.

In times of need such as this, he said, Caricom members must band together.