Responding to the Earthquake in Myanmar

Heart to Heart International is responding to the Earthquake in Myanmar with Assessment Team and Medical Aid Shipments.

Myanmar Earthquake Response

Heart to Heart International is responding to the Earthquake in Myanmar with an Assessment Team and Medical Aid Shipments.

Earthquakes in Myanmar and Thailand Leave Thousands in Urgent Need

Heart to Heart International is actively responding to the devastation caused by earthquakes in Myanmar and Thailand.

A catastrophic 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on March 28, causing widespread devastation and claiming over 2,700 lives so far. In response, Heart to Heart International is mobilizing to address the immense needs of survivors.

Our Disaster Response Team is deploying an assessment team to Bangkok this week to coordinate with local and international partners, assess the ongoing situation, and ensure the delivery of vital medical supplies. Simultaneously, shipments of aid are being prepared for dispatch from our headquarters.

The impact of this disaster is compounded by powerful aftershocks, including a 6.7 tremor and numerous others exceeding magnitude 5.0. Significant disruptions to transport, power, telecommunications, and water are anticipated for weeks, and the death toll is expected to rise.

Families Need Immediate Help

Casualties: According to AP, over 2,700 lives have been lost, with thousands more injured. The toll continues to rise as rescue efforts unfold.
Infrastructure Damage: The earthquake caused extensive damage to buildings, bridges, and roads, severely disrupting transportation and communication networks.
Mass Displacement: Even before this disaster, over 3 million people had been forced from their homes due to Myanmar’s ongoing civil war. The earthquake has displaced thousands more, leaving families in urgent need of shelter and aid.
Power Outages: Widespread power outages have left many communities without electricity, complicating rescue and relief efforts.

A History on the Frontlines

Heart to Heart International has a long and proven history of responding to devastating earthquakes, including the 2022 Turkey-Syria earthquake, the 2015 Nepal earthquake, and the 2010 and 2021 Haiti earthquakes This experience ensures we are equipped to address the complex needs of the survivors. The scale of the earthquake, coupled with the aftershocks and ongoing infrastructure disruptions, requires a coordinated response. We are committed to working alongside the international and local communities to deliver appropriate aid to those in need.

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