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Gonaïves
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Gonaïves (gōnäēv`), city (1995 est. pop. 59,000), W Haiti, a port on the Gulf of Gonaïves and capital of Artibonite dept. The region's agricultural products (including coffee, cotton, sugar, and bananas) are exported from the city's natural harbor. Gonaïves is also an important commercial center. In 1804, Haiti's independence was proclaimed there. Flooding from heavy rains devastated the city in Sept., 2004.
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After Hurricane Jeanne in September 2004, surveillance for mosquitoborne diseases in Gonaives, Haiti, identified 3 patients with malaria, 2 with acute
Mosquitoborne infections after Hurricane Jeanne, Haiti, 2004 by Clark, Gary G. / Emerging Infectious Diseases
A man prays in a church damaged by floods in Gonaives, Haiti.
Devastation by Anglican Journal
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