Initial governmental estimates quote a figure of US Dollars 150,000,000 as required for rehabilitation and reconstruction.
Most urgent requirements are for the construction materials, electrical equipment and cables.
The Government of Belarus has addressed through DHA-Geneva its request for assistance of USD 5,000,000 to undertake the most urgent measures for elimination of the consequences of the disaster. DHA-Geneva has contacted the DHA Representative in Minsk, Belarus to identify and quantify the immediate relief needs of the affected population. They would be reported in the next situation report as soon as received from Belarus. DHA provides donors with written confirmation and pertinent details concerning the utilization of the funds contributed. Donors wishing to channel their contributions through DHA should transfer funds to DHA account no.