The DRA Completes Installations of Septic Tanks and Soak-aways for Sweetings Cay Residents.
The Disaster Reconstruction Authority (DRA) is pleased to share a significant achievement in its unwavering dedication to the residents of Sweetings Cay. We are excited to announce the successful completion of the septic tank and soak-away installations, a crucial step towards ensuring the residents of Sweetings Cay attain full occupancy of their homes.
The US Government Donates Approx. $600,00 Worth of Emergency Equipment to NEMA
Authored by: Llonella Gilbert Source: Bahamas Information Services Date: March 14, 2023 NASSAU, Bahamas — Minister of State with Responsibility for Disaster Risk Reduction the Hon. Myles Laroda thanked the United States government for its “very generous donation” of 28 generators, which will be installed with automatic transfer switches, carbon monoxide sensors and fire extinguishers. […]
The DRA may Have to Help with More Home Repairs After Nicole
By KHRISNA RUSSELL Tribune Chief Reporter krussell@tribunemedia.net DISASTER Reconstruction Authority Chairman Alex Storr said yesterday it is possible that the DRA may have to help additional homeowners repair homes as Hurricane Nicole may have exacerbated the challenges for some in Abaco and Grand Bahama. Mr Storr said assessments were continuing on those islands as there […]
DRA Targeting More than 800 Homes for Repair
Disaster Reconstruction Authority (DRA) Executive Chairman Alex Storr said yesterday that at least 800 homes have been identified for a variety of repairs on Abaco and Grand Bahama. “We have those that we met in the system when we came, as well as additional persons who have applied since we relaunched the new program, so it’s […]
Disaster Reconstruction Authority to Merge with NEMA
THE Disaster Reconstruction Authority (DRA) and National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) will merge under a new agency that “will manage all aspects” of disaster preparedness, DRA Executive Chairman Alex Storr revealed yesterday. “I would like to announce that under the prime minister’s vision and Blueprint for Change, the Disaster Management Unit along with DRA and […]
New Dorian Homeowner Relief Program Launched
While suggesting that people abused the previous small home repair program, Disaster Reconstruction Authority Chairman (DRA) Alex Storr yesterday announced the launch of a new homeowners assistance relief program. He said outstanding purchase orders and direct grants from the previous program will no longer be used. “When I first took the helm of the DRA, I met […]