Until now, everything has been focused on relief, relief, relief, and on saving lives. But now, people, including the non-governmental organizations, the civilian authorities, the military, and the U.N. colleagues are all starting to raise questions about how to make the transition from relief to recovery, rehabilitation and reconstruction. |
We are aware that the weather could blow us off in a day. We cannot let our heads rest until the spring. |
We are meeting day and night around the world to secure more resources. It is not less urgent, the job is not done. |
We are very worried and are being very vigilant. |
We have to focus now on the next big problem which will be heating. |
We hope that this week there will be a major change in commitments and contributions. |
We need at least $200-250 million now. |
We need the money now or we will be forced to scale down food deliveries. So far, we have been operating on reserves, and borrowing ... and the pipeline is drying up. |
Yes, we are keeping an eye on that and trying to deliver as many relief goods as possible before rains start again. |