This paper deals with the assessment of the effects, impacts and needs facing El Salvador due to the double incidence of the COVID -19 pandemic and the occurrence of tropical storms Amanda and Cristobal. In addition, this study represents a significant contribution to the practice of assessing recovery needs in situations that are likely to be repeated and complex with COVID -19 and the potential impact of other natural hazards, such as heavy rains, hurricanes, seismic and volcanic activity, among others.