Hurricane Dorian Small and Medium Marine Debris Removal on Man-O-War Cay, Abaco

Project Description

(Hurricane Dorian Small and Medium Marine Debris Removal on Man-O-War, Abaco)

This project aimed to improve the health and resilience of the marine environment in Abaco following the devastation of Hurricane Dorian and the global COVID-19 pandemic. By restoring the visual and ecological integrity of the Marine Habitat Port area and clearing critical transport corridors, the initiative directly supported Abaco’s economic recovery and its status as a key tourism hub. The target was to remove 150 cubic yards of debris obstructing marine spaces, thereby enhancing safe navigation and aiding ecosystem regeneration.

Context

Abaco, one of the hardest-hit islands by the Category 5 hurricane, is The Bahamas’ second-largest economy and internationally recognized for its vibrant Barrier Reef systems, limestone-filtered freshwater lenses, blue holes, old-growth forests, and world-renowned beaches. After the hurricane, marine debris posed a threat to navigation, ecosystem health, and livelihoods. Debris blocked evacuation and cargo routes, endangered coral reefs and mangroves, and impaired recovery efforts—making its

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Turning The Tide on Marine Debris

UNDP’s Turning the Tide on Marine Debris highlights a post-hurricane recovery effort in Jamaica that removed marine waste from mangroves, beaches, and fishing areas to restore coastal ecosystems and support local livelihoods. Through collaboration with government agencies, fishers, and volunteers, the initiative cleared debris, rehabilitated habitats, and strengthened community resilience—underscoring the importance of local action and cross-sector partnerships in tackling marine pollution.

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Target Countries

Bahamas

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Disaster Reconstruction Authority (DRA)

National Conservation Trust Fund (NCTF)

Bahamas Protected Areas Fund

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