13. The aid will go directly for and in behalf of the people of the Ha’apai
Island (s) group of Tonga, who have suffered substantial setbacks and
loss after a cyclone ripped through the entire island on January 11, 2014.
The Tropical Cyclone Ian made landfall in northern Tonga. It was the
strongest storm ever recorded in Tongan waters. Ian first appeared as a
tropical depression between Fiji and Tonga on January 6, 2014, and took
five days to develop into a Category 5 system with winds of over 200km
per hour.
The commodities that have been generously donated will aid in the
basic necessities needed for hundreds of families in Ha’apai islands.
Dialogue and ongoing communication’s from local authorities during
the aftermath of the devastating cyclone Ian storm; triggered the efforts
and strategic arrangements. Supplies include Rice, Flour, Sugar, Wheat,
and Cooking Oil/Seasoning’s. There are also hygiene kits, school
supplies, children’s toys and clothing.
14. ARRIVAL OF THE LAST THREE
CONTAINERS DESTINED FOR HA'APAI