Without the appropriate systems in place, the impacts of climate change on vulnerable sectors and communities are  to a large extent unforeseen, and the frequency and intensity of climate related hazards unpredictable. Therefore, an effective early-warning system must be put in place immediately, to respond to the threat of each hazard and to ensure vulnerable sectors and communities have the information they require. The implementation of effective early warning systems would significantly assist Samoa to carry out appropriate and sustainable sectoral and community activities to adapt to and hence minimize adverse impacts of climate change.