Sri Lanka Preparedness

Years :

2011

Incidents :

Preparedness

Country :

Sri Lanka

Description of the mission

Participants :

NO

Requester :

OCHA

Cover Photo Credit: IOM

Essential equipment supporting humanitarian success

Explore the critical equipment deployed during this humanitarian mission. From advanced medical supplies to innovative logistical solutions, each resource was meticulously selected to address urgent needs on the ground. These tools exemplify our commitment to delivering efficient, effective, and tailored support in the most challenging environments.

ICT Support

Other missions

TRIPLEX

2013

TRIPLEX 2013

TRIPLEX 2013, hosted on the Danish-German border, was one of the world’s largest civilian-led humanitarian coordination exercises. Organized by the International Humanitarian Partnership (IHP) and co-financed by the European Commission Civil Protection Mechanism, it brought together over 200 participants from 35 organizations. The scenario involved a cyclone striking two fictional countries, Nordland and Sydland, affecting nearly one million people. Participants practiced evacuation, shelter provision, and infrastructure repair, with coordination led by the On-Site Operations Coordination Centre (OSOCC).

Earthquakes

2008

Lake Kivu Earthquake

Following the 2008 Lake Kivu earthquake in the Democratic Republic of Congo, IHP provided crucial ICT support to the UNDAC team in Goma. With communication networks disrupted, IHP deployed satellite phones, laptops, and internet access solutions, enabling effective coordination of relief efforts. This support ensured real-time assessments, facilitated aid delivery, and helped restore critical communication, playing a key role in managing the earthquake response and assisting affected communities.

Storm

2008

Hurricane Hanna

During Hurricane Hanna in 2008, IHP provided ICT support to UNDAC in the Turks and Caicos Islands. As the storm caused extensive damage, IHP deployed satellite phones, laptops, and internet connectivity to enable effective communication and coordination of relief efforts. This critical support allowed for real-time assessments and helped streamline aid distribution, highlighting IHP's role in enhancing disaster response during major natural disasters like Hurricane Hanna.