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The strain on the hospital system in Vanuatu is considerable, with medical personnel exhausting their resources under the mounting pressures of triaging injuries in makeshift areas outside the overwhelmed facilities. The situation is described as urgent, given the need for immediate assistance and medical attention for those affected.
Leni elaborated on the coordination efforts underway to deploy aid, emphasizing that international partners are on standby, waiting for comprehensive damage assessments from Vanuatu's government. This information is crucial for determining the types and volumes of support needed, as well as formally declaring a state of emergency to facilitate assistance.