Last week, GER3 led a high impact debris removal project at the Hospital Limeños de Corazon. The local team, including cash-for-work and machine operators, removed mud and debris from the parking lot, sidewalks, drainage ditches and surrounding streets to allow access to the hospital. The Hospital Limeños de Corazon was selected by GER3 because it is considered the highest priority health center by the municipality of La Lima. It was severely impacted by hurricanes Eta and Iota and left largely inaccessible due to the flooding, mud and debris. Hospital Limeños serves many rural villages in the region, with the next nearest hospital over 35 minutes away. In August, it opened its doors as a COVID-19 response clinic and also plans to transition to a general triage clinic and maternity ward once recovered from the hurricane damage. GER3's efforts will allow for immediate reconstruction efforts to begin.
This week, GER3 will also begin debris removal activities in the community of La Canaan in La Lima, while continuing to assess the greatest needs in the area.