Japan: Earthquake & Tsunami - Situation Report No. 5
Source: United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA)
Date: 16 Mar 2011
This report is produced by OCHA. It was issued by the Regional Office in Asia Pacific with input from the UNDAC team in Tokyo. It covers the period from 15-16 March. The next report will be issued on the 17 March.I. HIGHLIGHTS/KEY PRIORITIES
• Snow and freezing temperatures hit the most affected areas
• Food, water and fuel shortages are the main concerns
• The Government orders 600 temporary shelters to be built within two weeks
• Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant crisis is still not under control with a fourth explosion
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