Belize

     Belize is exposed to several natural hazards, but the two most dangerous and consistently damaging are  hurricanes and  flooding . The National Meteorological Service of Belize reports that the country lies directly in the western Caribbean storm corridor, an area known for warm ocean temperatures and atmospheric conditions that regularly generate powerful tropical cyclones. These storms bring destructive winds, storm surge, and widespread flooding, making them the most serious hazard to life and infrastructure. In addition, Belize’s geography, characterized by a broad coastal plain and several major river systems, creates conditions that the UNDP’s Hazard Vulnerability Assessmen t identifies as “highly favorable” for frequent and sometimes severe flooding. These two hazards are prioritized because they have historically resulted in the greatest economic loss, displacement, and long-term social disruption.      Hurricanes in Belize are part...