WebQuest

Natural Disasters

Emergency Alert

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Good Morning Team!

The government of Barbados declared a state of emergency! 

Officials reported that the country experienced a "Great shaking" around 11:45, Wednesday morning that lasted about one (1) minute. This shaking was felt across the entire country!

It was reported that a vast number of high rising buildings were destroyed, infrastructures were damaged and Many people were seen either running around panicking or trying to enter or exit vehicles and buildings.


Some citizens reported that after the shaking, they have experienced flooding, landslides, wildfires and even witnessed instances whereas the earth cracked open during this event. 

As a result, many lives and homes were lost, whilst others suffered great injuries! 

The government of Barbados indicated that they were caught unaware and do not know what this shaking was and what may have caused it. As a result,  they were unprepared to combat the situation. 

Therefore, the Commonwealth community has reached out to the government of Jamaica to invite you and the members of your team to visit Barbados and find out what happened.



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