PAHO Situation Report N.1 - Haiti Humanitarian Situation. 3 March 2024

The PAHO Situation Report No. 1 for Haiti, dated March 3, 2024, provides an overview of the severe humanitarian crisis in Haiti. The report highlights the state of emergency declared in the Ouest department due to escalating violence and gang activities, which have led to significant disruptions, including the cancellation of commercial flights and attacks on prisons. The health sector is critically affected, with only two hospitals in the Port-au-Prince metropolitan area able to treat firearm injuries. The report emphasizes the urgent need for enhanced security measures, logistical support, and increased funding to address the health and humanitarian challenges in the country.