UNDP Myanmar

What happens to all the debris after disasters or conflicts? 🧱

From Myanmar to Gaza, Syria to Jamaica, crises don't just destroy buildings. They leave behind dangerous rubble.

Debris can hide unexploded ordnance, toxic materials, and other serious hazards that threaten communities long after the headlines fade.

Clearing it safely is the first step toward recovery.

It helps:
🚰⚡ Restore electricity and water
👷‍♀️🧑‍⚕️ Allows aid workers to reach people in need
🏠🌳 Creates jobs that bring communities back to life

Curious how UNDP debris removal efforts help to lay the foundation for rebuilding?
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Laying the foundation for recovery - United Nations Development Programme | UNDP Conflict and disasters create not only enormous losses but also enormous amounts of dangerous rubble.This landscape of destruction can be contaminated with unexploded ordnance, toxic waste and, tragically, human remains, posing huge health, safety and logistical challenges.Clearing this debris resto...