Is there enough food available in the region to cover nutritional needs?
Yes, although it is estimated that two million people in 12 different countries in the disaster region are in need of food assistance, overall food availability in the region affected should be adequate to cover food needs. Since relatively large rice supplies are available in the region, it is recommended that local purchases be made whenever possible in order to meet food aid requirements in the different affected countries, so as to avoid disturbances to domestic food markets.
