| Author (Corporate) | European Commission: Press and Communication Service |
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| Series Title | Press Release |
| Series Details | IP/01/1756 (06.12.01) |
| Publication Date | 06/12/2001 |
| Content Type | News |
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In the wake of Hurricane Michelle, which swept through Central America and Cuba in early November, the Commission decided to grant €1 050 000 in emergency humanitarian aid through the Humanitarian Aid Office (ECHO) headed by Commissioner Poul Nielson. The impact of gales and heavy rain on some communities in the region was comparable to that of Hurricane Mitch in October 1998. This has been the most violent hurricane to hit Cuba since 1944. |
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| Source Link | http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-01-1756_en.htm?locale=en |
| Countries / Regions | Caribbean, Europe, South America |
