Quick Facts

Capital: Tegucigalpa

Population: 8.5 million

Access to Improved Sanitation: 1.6 million

Key Information: WTW primary works in the “Mosquito Coast”. The name comes from the name of the indigenous peoples primarily located there called the Miskit Indian Tribe. The area is one of the most remote areas in Central America.

WTW’s Impact: Over x people have been reached with clean water.

Water Solutions Used: Well Drilling and Well Repair

Background

Honduras is located in the center of Central America, bordered to the south by Nicaragua and El Salvador, and to the west by Guatemala. Nearly 65% of the population is considered extremely poor, living on less than a dollar a day. Many grow food simply to feed their families, leaving little to no money for other purchases. In addition, Honduras has endured much political instability throughout its history.

In 1998, Honduras was devastated by Hurricane Mitch, a category 5 hurricane. Landslides and floods ravaged the country, killing thousands of people, causing upwards of $60 million in damages, and leaving 75% of the country without access to clean drinking water.

Although the country has somewhat recovered from this natural disaster, many families are forced to rely on contaminated water supplies to survive. Numerous waterborne diseases are commonplace, such as Cholera and E. Coli. Many women and children in more rural areas of Honduras spend up to six hours each day simply fetching water and carrying it home on their heads.

Wine To Water’s Impact

Wine To Water began working in Honduras in 2014; specifically in a very remote region called the “Mosquito Coast”. Wine To Water main focus is on well drilling and well repair. The “Mosquito Coast” is known for having serious health problems due to the lack of clean water. As a result of ongoing operations, thousand will receive the benefit of clean water.