Earthquake in Turkey and Syria
General information
The earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria in February 2023 was one of the deadliest natural disasters in recent years. The 7.8 and 7.5 magnitude quakes devastated vast areas in southeastern Turkey and Syria, with repercussions felt in neighboring countries.
The disaster left over 50,000 people dead, tens of thousands injured, and thousands of families homeless. The Polish Red Cross (PCK) initiated a comprehensive humanitarian aid program to support the victims of this tragedy, both through immediate aid and long-term activities to rebuild the lives of communities.
Need
Infrastructure damage:
Residential buildings, schools, hospitals, and places of work have collapsed.
Weather conditions:
Freezing temperatures and snow worsened the situation for the survivors who lost access to basic means of survival.
Weakened infrastructure in Syria:
The prolonged conflict has further hindered rescue and humanitarian efforts.
Shortages in basic resources:
The victims needed food, water, hygiene products, medicines, and shelter.
How do we help?
Material Aid:
Fundraising has been launched to purchase the most essential items, such as food, water, hygiene products, and medical supplies.
Over 550,000 PLN has been raised, which was allocated for logistical and transport assistance.
International cooperation:
Cooperation with the International Red Cross and the Turkish and Syrian Red Crescent.
Effective distribution of aid and support for local services in logistics, rescue, and delivery of essential items.
Support for rescuers and volunteers:
Sending Polish volunteers and specialized rescue teams.
Conducting search for survivors, caring for the injured, and distributing humanitarian aid.
What are we collecting for?
- Purchase of food, water, medicines, and medical supplies.
- Provision of hygiene products, blankets, sleeping bags, and field beds for survivors.
- Logistical support, including the transportation of aid to disaster-affected regions.
- Maintenance of rescue and volunteer activities at the site of the tragedy.
The importance of donor engagement
Every zloty donated by individual donors was of immense importance in saving lives and providing essential humanitarian aid. Thanks to their support, the Polish Red Cross was able to effectively respond to the needs of those affected by the disaster, and the aid could reach on time, which was crucial in dramatic circumstances.
Other actions of ours To the Rescue
Earthquake in Morocco
The Polish Red Cross supported the victims of the earthquake in Morocco by organizing collections and sending aid in cooperation with local and international partners.
Flood in Libya
In September 2023, the Polish Red Cross supported Libyans affected by the flood by organizing fundraisers and cooperating with local organizations. Thanks to this, aid reached thousands of displaced people and those searching for loved ones.
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