There some things you can do if you want to know how to help people
that reside on the island of Haiti. Thousands need immediate assistance
after experiencing a devastating earthquake on Tuesday, January 12, 2010
that exceeded 7.0 (some reports say 7.2 and others claim 7.3).
Not only did the earthquake crumble the Haiti Presidential palace, but as many as 100 UN staff are among those believed to be dead after the destruction at the UN headquarters. The Red Cross suspects that approximately three million people will ultimately be affected be the quake. Collapsed hospitals and other buildings have blocked roads, preventing the emergency response teams located on the island from providing help. Needless to say, the electrical power has been affected and communication is difficult.
Authorities have begun the difficult and dismal task of search and rescue for the thousands still suspected of being trapped and buried under the excessive rubble and debris. Providing help to the people in Haiti will involve a huge worldwide relief effort. The British, Spanish and other international aid agencies have already begun rushing assistance to the island.
Experts say Haiti has not experienced an earthquake of this magnitude in 200 years. All the volunteer help, financial aid and material assistance available is needed in Haiti. Just how to aid the Haitian people through this crucial time is on the minds of many people right now.
The Haiti earthquake affects families worldwide, in one way or another. People all across the nation who have family friends and loved ones in Haiti are still trying desperately to make contact via phone and internet. In most cases, it is to no avail. News photographs showed horrified residents sleeping in the streets of Port-au-Prince, one of the hardest hit areas. This is only about ten miles from the Haitian capital . Port-au-Prince has since experienced more than 30 aftershocks. Reports say the actual quake was felt as far as the Dominican Republic, however, they reported no major damage.
President Barack Obama has declared that the United States is ready to render immediate assistance. The country has already geared up to send needed help to the island of Haiti and the Haitian people. An Associated Press news report quoted president Obamas white house statement. The president pledged "a swift, coordinated and aggressive" response to Haiti's disaster. The United States began deploying the first teams of rescuers, search dogs and heavy equipment. He further went on to say: I have directed my administration to respond with a swift, coordinated and aggressive effort to save lives. The people of Haiti will have the full support of the United States in the urgent effort to rescue those trapped beneath the rubble and to deliver the humanitarian relief the food, water and medicine that Haitians will need in the coming days". Many organizations like the Los Angeles County Search and Rescue Team have already begun deploying manpower and supplies to help the Haitia ns. :
What Can You Do To Help
The first question that any compassionate person has is "what can you do to help"? We get up out our warm beds every morning, go to the bathroom, do our personal grooming, get dressed, have breakfast and begin our day. We do this everyday without giving it another thought, and we cant imagine doing anything differently.
Even before the devastation that has now gripped the island, the people of Haiti had serious problems that affect their quality of living. Most live under the most impoverished conditions imaginable. Many dont even have a safe shelter with a roof over their heads, let alone a warm bed to get up from, sanitary bathroom facilities or fresh water for personal hygiene. Not to mention, hunger is a word and feeling that most of the population is familiar with.
With the added destruction that this earthquake has caused, the situation in Haiti is one that demands the attention and assistance from any and everyone who has a mind and heart to help. So what exactly can you do to help? There are some basic things sited below. The information provides standard emergency assistance organizations, agencies and services that you can get involved with if you want to help the Haitian people. But even for those who arent in a position to volunteer or help in a monetary or material way, there is something you can do. SEND YOUR PRAYERS! No matter what higher source you appeal to, your sincere and heartfelt prayers and positive energy can help the people of Haiti and those sent to assist them.
Yow will need to prepare somethings in order to help the people of Haiti in a practical way. Not everyone is able to drop everything in their lives and get on the next plane to volunteer their services, so there are many other ways that people can help. Various hotline numbers have been set up to address a number of growing issues that will unfold. Many of us here in the United States cant even begin to imagine the many problems that will inevitably occur as a result of the quake. Haitian people have learned to endure poverty and become adjusted to living without many of the basic necessities of life. One can only wonder how they will be able to withstand losing the little bit they already had.
Apart from the PRAYERS that everyone is able to contribute, here are some practical things you can do before contacting one of or more of the many help agencies.
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Not only did the earthquake crumble the Haiti Presidential palace, but as many as 100 UN staff are among those believed to be dead after the destruction at the UN headquarters. The Red Cross suspects that approximately three million people will ultimately be affected be the quake. Collapsed hospitals and other buildings have blocked roads, preventing the emergency response teams located on the island from providing help. Needless to say, the electrical power has been affected and communication is difficult.
Authorities have begun the difficult and dismal task of search and rescue for the thousands still suspected of being trapped and buried under the excessive rubble and debris. Providing help to the people in Haiti will involve a huge worldwide relief effort. The British, Spanish and other international aid agencies have already begun rushing assistance to the island.
Experts say Haiti has not experienced an earthquake of this magnitude in 200 years. All the volunteer help, financial aid and material assistance available is needed in Haiti. Just how to aid the Haitian people through this crucial time is on the minds of many people right now.
The Haiti earthquake affects families worldwide, in one way or another. People all across the nation who have family friends and loved ones in Haiti are still trying desperately to make contact via phone and internet. In most cases, it is to no avail. News photographs showed horrified residents sleeping in the streets of Port-au-Prince, one of the hardest hit areas. This is only about ten miles from the Haitian capital . Port-au-Prince has since experienced more than 30 aftershocks. Reports say the actual quake was felt as far as the Dominican Republic, however, they reported no major damage.
President Barack Obama has declared that the United States is ready to render immediate assistance. The country has already geared up to send needed help to the island of Haiti and the Haitian people. An Associated Press news report quoted president Obamas white house statement. The president pledged "a swift, coordinated and aggressive" response to Haiti's disaster. The United States began deploying the first teams of rescuers, search dogs and heavy equipment. He further went on to say: I have directed my administration to respond with a swift, coordinated and aggressive effort to save lives. The people of Haiti will have the full support of the United States in the urgent effort to rescue those trapped beneath the rubble and to deliver the humanitarian relief the food, water and medicine that Haitians will need in the coming days". Many organizations like the Los Angeles County Search and Rescue Team have already begun deploying manpower and supplies to help the Haitia ns. :
What Can You Do To Help
The first question that any compassionate person has is "what can you do to help"? We get up out our warm beds every morning, go to the bathroom, do our personal grooming, get dressed, have breakfast and begin our day. We do this everyday without giving it another thought, and we cant imagine doing anything differently.
Even before the devastation that has now gripped the island, the people of Haiti had serious problems that affect their quality of living. Most live under the most impoverished conditions imaginable. Many dont even have a safe shelter with a roof over their heads, let alone a warm bed to get up from, sanitary bathroom facilities or fresh water for personal hygiene. Not to mention, hunger is a word and feeling that most of the population is familiar with.
With the added destruction that this earthquake has caused, the situation in Haiti is one that demands the attention and assistance from any and everyone who has a mind and heart to help. So what exactly can you do to help? There are some basic things sited below. The information provides standard emergency assistance organizations, agencies and services that you can get involved with if you want to help the Haitian people. But even for those who arent in a position to volunteer or help in a monetary or material way, there is something you can do. SEND YOUR PRAYERS! No matter what higher source you appeal to, your sincere and heartfelt prayers and positive energy can help the people of Haiti and those sent to assist them.
Yow will need to prepare somethings in order to help the people of Haiti in a practical way. Not everyone is able to drop everything in their lives and get on the next plane to volunteer their services, so there are many other ways that people can help. Various hotline numbers have been set up to address a number of growing issues that will unfold. Many of us here in the United States cant even begin to imagine the many problems that will inevitably occur as a result of the quake. Haitian people have learned to endure poverty and become adjusted to living without many of the basic necessities of life. One can only wonder how they will be able to withstand losing the little bit they already had.
Apart from the PRAYERS that everyone is able to contribute, here are some practical things you can do before contacting one of or more of the many help agencies.
Writers: Read About the Writer's Research Network (WRN)
