Disaster evacuation shelters in the context of COVID-19 :  considerations for the Western Pacific Region 

 - Manila :   WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific  [2020] 
 - 8 pages. 
<br/><br/> The Western Pacific is the world’s most disaster-prone region. When a disaster occurs, people may need to seek accommodation in a disaster evacuation shelter. However, it may be difficult for people in a disaster evacuation shelter to avoid confined and enclosed spaces with poor ventilation; crowded places with many people nearby; and close-contact settings, such as close-range conversations. This document outlines key considerations and strategies that should be considered for the establishment of a disaster evacuation shelter in the context of COVID-19. In particular, considerations and strategies as outlined for the preparedness, response and recovery phases of disasters. 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Coronavirus Infections<br/>Infection Control<br/>Disease Outbreaks<br/>COVID-19<br/>Betacoronavirus<br/>Disasters<br/>Emergency Shelter