Map
Hazards
- Drought
- Earthquakes
- Industrial Accidents
- Hurricanes (though rare)
Past Events
Hurricane Hazel (1954)
Tropical Storm Cesar (1996)
Environmental Concerns
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Profile
Aruba, located south of the Caribbean Hurricane belt, is spared much
of the
worst weather of the Hurricane season, which makes
it a popular tourist destination. It is however not
entirely safe from Hurricanes, such as Hurricane Hazel
(1954) which caused extensive damage to local infrastructure.
Periodic droughts and earthquakes are also a hazard
of the island.
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Government Strategies
Modeled after the Dutch model of Disaster Management, with the Fire Department Acting as the primary agency in charge in the event of disaster.
Internationally, served by UNDP office in Trinidad and Tobago.
Country Contacts
Aruba Fire Department, Tanki Flip 13
Oranjestad, Aruba
(279) 582-1108
Fax: (297) 583-2967
E-mail: brandweer@setamet.aw
http://www.arubafiredepartment.com
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