Shadda market destroyed by fire

Sunday a fire ravaged the "Shadda" market in Pétion-Ville. The damage and loss of goods are considerable. The fire was caused by the burning of garbage near the market, the flames of which are said to have spread. The firefighters were able to contain the disaster and prevent the spread of the flames outside the market.

The Ministry for the Status of Women in Quarantine

Due to 2 suspected cases of Covid-19 at the Ministry for the Status of Women and Women's Rights (awaiting confirmation of the test) and to prevent the spread of the virus, all ministry staff were invited to stay at home for one fortnight and to make themselves available if necessary. Telework will be applied for all who can.

Covid-19 : State-provided care

"The treatment of people infected with Covid19 is provided free of charge by the Haitian state. The population must continue to follow the instructions of the health authorities. There can be no denial of the epidemic [...] We must change our behavior today... if you have symptoms related to Covid-19 (fever, dry cough, fatigue ...) contact a health care professional urgently," said Eddy Jackson Alexis, Secretary of State for Communication

FAd’H: cleaning and disinfection operation

As part of the fight against the spread of the Covid-19 epidemic, the Haitian Armed Forces (FAd'H) launched last week a vast operation of cleaning and disinfection of streets in the capital area. This initiative is part of a series of measures implemented by the High Staff to assist the Haitian population in the context of the fight against the Coronavirus which has already infected 958 people https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-30857-haiti-flash-958-confirmed-cases-and-3-115-suspected-cases.html

Distribution of masks and soap in Grand’Anse

At the initiative of the Moïse/Jouthe Administration in collaboration with the Office of First Lady Martine Moïse, more than 5,000 masks and soap packs were distributed during the weekend in Bonbon and Desameaux in Grand’Anse. This distribution campaign will spread throughout the department in order to strengthen the fight against the spread of Covid-19.

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