Earthquake in Syria and Turkey: help for people in need
Monday morning february 6th 2023, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake was recorded on the border between Turkey and Syria, followed by a second earthquake of 6.3. Considerable loss to human life and damage has been caused. One year later, the situation in northern Syria is still extremely precarious. The consequences of the earthquake disaster are devastating for the people who have already suffered from the conflict for years.
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Even though this specific fundraising campaign has ended, your support remains vital. With your donation, you continue to make important missions possible for people in need – worldwide, after disasters, in healthcare, and in disaster preparedness.
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In Syria, the Swiss Red Cross and the Syrian Arab Red Crescent are working tirelessly in the field to improve the lives of a population whose country is on the edge of collapse. The assistance provided includes:
• Deliveries of food and hygiene kits
• Access to healthcare and water
• Medical and psychological care
Your donation saves lives
Apart from the human cost, there has been considerable damage to infrastructure. Public services are already under pressure owing to the economic situation and sanctions. Your support is essential for helping those affected by this disaster as quickly as possible.
Emergency aid for those affected in Syria
Our teams on the ground are working in close collaboration with the local authorities and partners to provide emergency aid to the affected persons. We need you to help those who have lost their homes to find safe shelter, to provide medical care and to ensure the supplies of food and drinking water.
For numerous persons affected by this disaster, your donation can mean the difference between life and death. We would like to thank you in advance for your generosity and support.
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