Disaster
Response

Disaster
Response

Planet Water Foundation’s disaster response work provides safe drinking water access when needed most in the wake of natural disasters and humanitarian crises.

Our Solutions

Our disaster-response teams deploy proprietary, high-capacity filtration systems to deliver safe drinking water where and when it is needed most - providing communities with a sustainable source of safe drinking water as they recover.

RESPONSE PHASE-SOLUTION

RESPONSE PHASE-SOLUTION

AquaBlock Emergency Water System

AquaBlock Emergency Water System

A First Response Solution


A First Response Solution


Typically deployed as a first response solution as soon as possible after a disaster event occurrence.

Deployed in designated evacuation centers.

Initially operated by Planet Water staff or partners, then handed over to the recipient community and operated by trained personnel.

After initial use, the AquaBlock can be re-staged for future use thus building capacity to respond to future events.

Planet Water Foundation AquaBlock emergency water filtration system
AquaBlock emergency water filtration system

Patented, Advanced Water Filtration System


Patented, Advanced Water Filtration System


Two on-board pump solutions, electric and petrol, selectable with turn of a valve.

4-stage water purification system housed in a lockable aluminum container.

Chlorine dosing keeps drinking water safe for up to 24 hours after access.

Produces 700 liters per hour with capacity to support daily drinking water needs of up to 6,000 people.

Eight water access points and water bottle pedestals.

Accepts surface and ground water sources.

External lights for night-time operations.

RECOVERY PHASE-SOLUTION

RECOVERY PHASE-SOLUTION

AquaTower Water Filtration System

AquaTower Water Filtration System

A Post Recovery Solution


A Post Recovery Solution


A permanent water filtration system commonly deployed as a post recovery solution after a disaster event occurrence.

Common project deployment locations include schools, community centers, and health care facilities.

Initially operated by Planet Water staff or partners, and then handed over to the recipient community trained personnel.

Installed in 3 hours.

Myanmar earthquake response - safe drinking water support

Safe Drinking Water Access


Safe Drinking Water Access


Three-stage water filtration incorporating ultrafiltration (UF) hollow fiber membrane technology and activated carbon for enhanced water quality.

Produces up to 1,000 liters per hour capable of supporting the daily drinking water requirements of up to 1,800 people.

Six water access points.

Three liquid soap dispensers for handwashing.

Easily managed with a simple operation and daily maintenance process.

Global Coverage

Planet Water Foundation's disaster response work to date spans five continents and 27 countries, providing critical safe drinking water access following earthquakes, hurricanes, typhoons, floods, and humanitarian crises.

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Recent Responses

Previous Responses

2025 - Jamaica Hurricane Melissa

Planet Water Foundation quickly mobilized its Disaster Response team to Jamaica to deploy emergency water filtration systems in communities which have been severely impacted by the category 5 hurricane.

2025 - Myanmar Earthquake

Following the devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake which hit Myanmar on March 28th, Planet Water Foundation undertook a major response to provide safe drinking water access to survivors.

2026 - Venezuela Earthquake

Following the devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24, 2026, Planet Water Foundation initiated a response to address the urgent need for safe drinking water there.

2026 - Indonesia Earthquake (In Progress)

Following the powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake that struck Flores, Indonesia, the humanitarian situation continues to deteriorate. More than 70 people have reportedly been killed, tens of thousands have been displaced, and critical infrastructure has sustained significant damage.

2025 - Floods - Sumatra, Indonesia

Planet Water Foundation's Disaster Response team is on the ground in Indonesia responding to the devastating Sumatra floods which have caused over 900 fatalities.

2026 - Mayon Volcano - Albay, Philippines

Planet Water Foundation’s disaster response team provided rapid support to communities impacted by the Mayon Volcano eruption in Albay Province, Philippines.

2025 - Floods - Poza Rica, Veracruz, Mexico

Following the devastating floods that struck Veracruz, Mexico, Planet Water Foundation’s Disaster Response Team rapidly mobilized to provide clean, safe drinking water to affected communities.

2025 - Cebu Earthquake, Philippines

The Planet Water team rapidly mobilized to Cebu after the 6.9-magnitude earthquake on September 30, deploying water filtration systems to help restore safe water access for affected communities.

2026 - Mindanao Earthquake, Philippines

Following the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Mindanao, Philippines on June 8, 2026, Planet Water Foundation’s Disaster Response team initiated a rapid response to provide safe drinking water to impacted communities.

2026 - Colombia Earthquake (In Progress)

Planet Water Foundation is preparing to mobilize a team to the affected region to assess conditions, coordinate with local partners, and deploy water-filtration systems to communities in urgent need.

2024 - Hurricane Helene, Asheville, NC, USA

Following the catastrophic impact caused by Hurricane Helene in the southeastern US, Planet Water Foundation initiated a major response to meet the urgent need for safe drinking water in Asheville, NC.

2024 - Typhoon Yagi, Vietnam
2024 - Floods - Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
2023 - Hurricane Otis – Acapulco, Mexico
2023 - Morocco Earthquake
2023 - Türkiye Earthquake
2025 - Jamaica Hurricane Melissa

Planet Water Foundation quickly mobilized its Disaster Response team to Jamaica to deploy emergency water filtration systems in communities which have been severely impacted by the category 5 hurricane.

2026 - Venezuela Earthquake

Following the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Mindanao, Philippines on June 8, 2026, Planet Water Foundation’s Disaster Response team initiated a rapid response to provide safe drinking water to impacted communities.

2025 - Myanmar Earthquake

Following the devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake which hit Myanmar on March 28th, Planet Water Foundation undertook a major response to provide safe drinking water access to survivors.

2026 - Colombia Earthquake (In Progress)

Planet Water Foundation is preparing to mobilize a team to the affected region to assess conditions, coordinate with local partners, and deploy water-filtration systems to communities in urgent need.

2026 - Indonesia Earthquake (In Progress)

Following the powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake that struck Flores, Indonesia, the humanitarian situation continues to deteriorate. More than 70 people have reportedly been killed, tens of thousands have been displaced, and critical infrastructure has sustained significant damage.

2026 - Mindanao Earthquake, Philippines

Following the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Mindanao, Philippines on June 8, 2026, Planet Water Foundation’s Disaster Response team initiated a rapid response to provide safe drinking water to impacted communities.

2025 - Floods - Sumatra, Indonesia

Planet Water Foundation's Disaster Response team is on the ground in Indonesia responding to the devastating Sumatra floods which have caused over 900 fatalities.

2026 - Mayon Volcano, Philippines

Planet Water Foundation’s disaster response team provided rapid support to communities impacted by the Mayon Volcano eruption in Albay Province, Philippines.

2025 - Floods - Poza Rica, Veracruz, Mexico

Following the devastating floods that struck Veracruz, Mexico, Planet Water Foundation’s Disaster Response Team rapidly mobilized to provide clean, safe drinking water to affected communities.

2025 - Cebu Earthquake, Philippines

The Planet Water team rapidly mobilized to Cebu after the 6.9-magnitude earthquake on September 30, deploying water filtration systems to help restore safe water access for affected communities.

2024 - Hurricane Helene, Asheville, NC, USA

Following the catastrophic impact caused by Hurricane Helene in the southeastern US, Planet Water Foundation initiated a major response to meet the urgent need for safe drinking water in Asheville, NC.

2024 - Typhoon Yagi, Vietnam
2024 - Floods - Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
2023 - Hurricane Otis – Acapulco, Mexico
2023 - Morocco Earthquake
2023 - Türkiye Earthquake

Planet Water Foundation’s disaster-response efforts are powered by our Disaster Response Alliance, which brings together corporate partners, foundations, and individuals to deliver safe drinking water to communities in times of crisis.

Program Deliverables

Signature CSR program focused on disaster response.

Signature CSR program focused on disaster response.

Event situational report provided to solicit event participation.

Event situational report provided to solicit event participation.

Event opt-in / out option with carry over.

Event opt-in / out option with carry over.

Event opt-in / out option with carry over.

Partner co-branding on deployed solutions.

Partner co-branding on deployed solutions.

Partner co-branding on deployed solutions.

Event photography where possible.

Event photography where possible.

Event photography where possible.

Deployment status updates.

Deployment status updates.

Deployment status updates.

Communication engagements - social media, etc. before, during, and after deployments.

Communication engagements - social media, etc. before, during, and after deployments.

Alliance webpage with program information.

Alliance webpage with program information.

Event specific global press release inclusion.

Event specific global press release inclusion.

Event specific global press release inclusion.

Post-event impact report.

Post-event impact report.

Post-event impact report.

Join the Disaster Response Alliance

Email info@planet-water.org to learn more about how your organization can join
the Planet Water Foundation Disaster Response Alliance.

Disaster Response Alliance Partners

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Phoenix, AZ 85050 USA

© Copyright 2026, Planet Water Foundation. All Rights Reserved.