VOICED: Hunting for Haiti's lost records as reconstruction begins

The video discusses the challenges of clearing ruined buildings before reconstruction can begin, focusing on sites with important national materials like exam results. The recovery process involves teams from the Ministry of Education retrieving documents and equipment. The human impact is highlighted, with workers trapped in collapsed buildings and body recovery efforts underway. The scale of the reconstruction task is immense, with some areas unsuitable for rebuilding. The city faces a long recovery period, potentially taking 10 to 15 years, with Port-au-Prince likely needing to be rebuilt from scratch.

What is the primary focus before reconstruction work can begin?

• Clearing ruined buildings, especially those with important materials

• Relocating residents to safer areas

• Rebuilding the city from scratch

• Constructing new buildings

Who is involved in the recovery of documents and equipment?

• Construction companies

• Teams from the Ministry of Education

• Local residents

• International aid organizations

What tragic event occurred during the collapse of a building?

• The building was completely empty

• Workers were still inside when it collapsed

• The building was under renovation

• The building was a historical monument

What is the estimated timeline for the city to recover?

• 30 to 35 years

• 20 to 25 years

• 10 to 15 years

• 5 to 7 years

What is likely to happen to Port-au-Prince due to the extent of the damage?

• It will be turned into a tourist attraction

• It will be rebuilt from scratch

• It will be abandoned

• It will be repaired to its original state