The assessment does not include Guantánamo, where Oscar wreaked great havoc.

According to the release, experiences acquired during preparations and response to this event should be included in the decisions and plans for disaster risk reduction at all levels.

The EMDC communiqué also acknowledged all efforts made by the governing bodies in all the territories and the discipline shown by the population in complying with the measures taken to deal with the storm.

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