Cyclone

Encourage self sufficiency and self help and local disaster response

Undertake monitoring of water sources after cyclone, to target assistance

Do not rely on a single source of water; have several backups

Boil water to kill microorganisms and may also reduce this bad 'tank' taste

Design the simplement water filtration systems for Vanuatu sustainability

Use slow sand filters for the best filtration of contaminated water

Use sediment filtration boxes to purify water

Close off water sources before a cyclone events to prevent flooding, contamination, especially to crop irrigation areas

Rain water tanks should use a T joint (first flush system) so that all contaminants are flushed away before water is collected

Do not glue in the downpipe of the tank, must be able to pull out as needed before storms