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Typically deployed as a first response solution as soon as possible after a disaster event occurrence.
Deployed in designated evacuation centers.
Initially operated by Planet Water staff or partners, then handed over to the recipient community and operated by trained personnel.
After initial use, the AquaBlock can be re-staged for future use thus building capacity to respond to future events.
Two on-board pump solutions, electric and petrol, selectable with turn of a valve.
4-stage water purification system housed in a lockable aluminum container.
Chlorine dosing keeps drinking water safe for up to 24 hours after access.
Produces 700 liters per hour with capacity to support daily drinking water needs of up to 6,000 people.
Eight water access points and water bottle pedestals.
Accepts surface and ground water sources.
External lights for night-time operations.
A permanent water filtration system commonly deployed as a post recovery solution after a disaster event occurrence.
Common project deployment locations include schools, community centers, and health care facilities.
Initially operated by Planet Water staff or partners, and then handed over to the recipient community trained personnel.
Installed within 3 hours time.
Three-stage water filtration incorporating ultrafiltration (UF) hollow fiber membrane technology and activated carbon for enhanced water quality.
Produces up to 1,000 liters per hour capable of supporting the daily drinking water requirements of up to 1,800 people.
Six water access points.
Three liquid soap dispensers for handwashing.
Easily managed with a simple operation and daily maintenance process.
Previous Response Events
Response Stories
Hurricane Helene, Asheville, NC, USA
Following the catastrophic impact caused by Hurricane Helene in the southeastern US, Planet Water Foundation initiated a major response to meet the urgent need for safe drinking water in Asheville, NC.
Typhoon Yagi, Vietnam
Floods - Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Hurricane Otis – Acapulco, Mexico
Morocco Earthquake
Türkiye Earthquake
Program Deliverables
Email info@planet-water.org to learn more about how your company can join
the Planet Water Foundation Disaster Response Alliance.
Program Partners
