Emergency Shelters Booklet 2010

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As national preparations for the 2010 hurricane season continue, the Ministry of Education and Human Resource Development has released the list of category one and category two Emergency Shelters where persons can seek accommodation in the event of a disaster. Visit the following link to download a copy.

Go to page: http://mes.gov.bb/resources.cfm?article=37

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