Hope Is a Ghost Island

After June 1st, Tyhpoon Mawar, it brought huge difference to Guam. Typhoon made people to get ready and alert to natural disasters. Streets and the roads was full of water and broken trees, water was cut off, and the power went off exept for hospitals and some places for emergency.

For businesses, large and small, faced closures or operated at reduced capacity, leading to financial losses and setbacks for the local economy. 30,000 Korean tourists were stuck in Guam for few weeks. The tourism industry, a cornerstone of Guam’s economic landscape, grappled with the aftermath of the typhoon, affecting hotels, restaurants, and attractions, which made Guam’s economy down.

The logistical challenges of recovery were multifaceted. Guam’s infrastructure, already strained by the typhoon, struggled to support the influx of repair crews and equipment. Roads blocked by fallen trees and debris hampered transportation, requiring additional resources for debris removal and road clearance. The few areas were having trouble by floods, and broken windows. Guam also did a collaboration extended beyond domestic boundaries, with Guam receiving assistance from neighboring regions and federal agencies.

The lessons learned from Typhoon Mawar extend beyond infrastructure, encompassing the importance of collaborative response, government initiatives, long-term planning, and public education. The island’s commitment to fortifying its resilience against future disasters positions Guam as a beacon of inspiration for other regions grappling with the impacts of climate change. As Guam forges ahead, it does so with the knowledge that the challenges posed by Typhoon Mawar have not only tested its mettle but have also paved the way for a future marked by resilience, innovation, and a steadfast commitment to the preparing of its communities.

Reference:

Aguon, J. (2023, June 14). Hope is a ghost island: Guam after Typhoon Mawar. The Nation. https://www.thenation.com/article/environment/guam-mawar-hope/

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