Officials in Haiti are fearing the death toll from recent floods may soon rise over 2,000. Over 1,100 people have been confirmed dead and another 1,200 are still missing. The country’s third largest city, Gonaives, is devastated. At least 4,000 homes are destroyed. Rivers of mud have flowed through the city. Survivors are shoveling mud out of their homes. The mayor of the city said yesterday, '’There is no water, no electricity, no communication. Many people don't have a place to sleep.’’ The United Nations arrived yesterday to distribute food but many aid vehicles have had difficulty reaching the city. Just outside Gonaives, part of the main road is still submerged under three feet of water. The floods in Haiti were caused by Hurricane Ivan. Meanwhile Florida is bracing to be hit by a fourth hurricane this season. Hurricane Jeanne is expected to hit land this weekend.
Death Toll in Haiti May Rise to 2,000
HeadlineSep 24, 2004