The USAID FEWS NET
Haiti Weather Hazards and Benefits Assessment
For
July 24 – July 30, 2008
FEWS NET is a USAID-funded activity whose purpose is to provide objective information about food security conditions. Its views are not necessarily reflective of those of USAID or the U.S. Government. The FEWS NET weather hazards assessment process and products include participation by FEWS NET field and home offices, NOAA-CPC, USGS, NASA, and a number of other national and regional organizations in the countries concerned. Questions or comments about this product may be directed to Wassila.Thiaw@noaa.gov or 1-301-763-8000 x7519
Another week of light to moderate rains occurred in Hispaniola. Moderate rainfall totals remained in the northern half of the island while the lighter totals were found in the south. Despite the recent decrease in rainfall totals, July rainfall in Haiti remains above average. The recent rain activity has been beneficial to harvest and sowing as the country shifts into its second cropping season. During the July 24 – 30 period moderate rains are expected across the island with the exception of the southern peninsula of the Dominican Republic where light rains are likely.
