Conakry – Following a fire accident at a vaccine depot in Guinea’s capital Conakry, World Health Organization (WHO) is supporting the authorities to notion pressing measures, in conjunction with securing closing vaccine stocks, to restrict loss and prolonged impact of the damage.
A crisis cell has been set up and contingency plans are being reinforced.
WHO is working carefully with the Ministry of Health and Public Hygiene, UNICEF, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, World Bank, Médecins Sans Frontières and other companions to mobilize the property to private up vaccine stocks, relaunch vaccination campaigns and restore cool chain infrastructures.
The fire, which changed into as soon as introduced beneath set watch over attributable to the speedily intervention by the fire brigade and security forces, precipitated enormous losses. In accordance with legitimate estimates, around 36% of the vaccines had been destroyed, or more than 4 million doses, valued at US$ 6.7 million. Three out of the six cool storage amenities had been destroyed – a 61% loss of the general storage capacity. Clinical, IT and logistical equipment had been also damaged, representing an extra loss of US$ 2.4 million.
“WHO stands in solidarity with the people of Guinea following this tragic incident. We remain fully committed to supporting Guinea to rapidly restore its vaccination capacity and ensure the continuity of essential health services,” said Dr Jean Marie Kipela, WHO Representative in Guinea.
In collaboration with partners, WHO is commitment to supporting Guinea assess the damage, implement emergency measures and restock essential vaccines.
