Tarp Centers Still Growing In Haiti

Setting up one of the tarps is relatively easy and quick Indeed, it is possible to give a camp tent instead of a tarp. However, many however aid organizations, international or national choose a tarp over camp tents for victims of natural disasters. Apart from the expense involved to buy camp tents, these products are considered less efficient than tarps.

Setting up one of the tarps is relatively easy and quick. It can be tied to some trees with a few prices of ropes. More importantly, camp tents tend to take up much space. Space is a critical factor after a hurricane or earthquake event.

Hence, a poly tarp seems the ideal choice for displaced victims. Tarpaulins or tarps for short are large sheets, which are usually made of cloth or plastics materials. Generally, they are strong, flexible and waterproof.

Apart from providing covers from the elements of weather, tarpaulins can also be used as temporary roof covers while waiting for required roofing repairs. If the housing roof is left without any covering whatsoever in spite of its damage, it could worsen greatly.