Comprehensive assessment of existing centralized and decentralized early warning systems in Somalia
The main objective of this assignment is to undertake a comprehensive assessment of existing centralized and decentralized early warning systems as part of transfer of technologies for enhanced climate risk monitoring and reporting on water resources in drought and flood prone areas, with aim to support the mitigation of climate shocks, and strengthen resilience through precise and timely hydro-meteorological forecasts.
Overall, EWS in Somalia requires extensive attention and improvement. There is no doubt that the application of an early warning system is the most cost-effective and efficient measure for disaster prevention. The current setup for EWS faces numerous challenges that need to be addressed. The identified challenges are related to institutional arrangements, technical and technological capacity and financial resources. Each element of the EWS faces several specific challenges that are highlighted in the relevant sections.
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