Vulnerability to volcanic risk and multiple hazards in the Island of St. Vincent

This report presents the findings from Work Package 3 (WP3, Vulnerability) of the STREVA (Strengthening Resilience in Volcanic Areas) project’s research conducted in the communities surrounding La Soufriere Volcano in the island of St. Vincent, West Indies, Caribbean.

In relation to reducing the impacts of volcanic hazards, the authors propose to improve preparedness plans but also to reduce vulnerable livelihood patterns in St. Vincent. This is particularly the case for agriculture, which is one of the most important sources of income for households in high volcanic risk areas.

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