practical, accessible, and widely adopted.” CDB’s Division Chief (Ag), Economic Infrastructure Division, Mr. William Ashby, remarked on the broader vision of the project. “The vulnerability of the Caribbean to hydrometeorological hazards is profound. In particular, frequent and severe flood events continue to result in damage to infrastructure and housing, loss of income sources, degradation of the natural environment, and risk to life. The tools to be produced from this project, together with the necessary awareness building, will greatly enhance the countries’ capacity to design effective drainage infrastructure and flood protection systems, reducing the risk of social and economic losses,” said Mr Ashby. The CDB said the project, to be implemented over 18 months, will generate rainfall IDF curves for each BMC, incorporating climate change projections to account for future shifts in rainfall intensity and frequency. This data will help mitigate risks associated with extreme weather events and enhance disaster preparedness. The CDB said the kick-off workshop concluded with a roadmap outlining the next steps, including comprehensive data collection efforts, ongoing stakeholder engagement, and public awareness initiatives to promote the project’s importance. By addressing vulnerabilities associated with extreme rainfall, the CDB said this initiative seeks to strengthen regional infrastructure, improve disaster preparedness, and safeguard lives and livelihoods. The CDB said the project represents a crucial investment in sustainable development and climate resilience, laying the foundation for a more secure future across the Caribbean. 12 BUSINESS VIEW CARIBBEAN VOLUME 12, ISSUE 03
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