All articles tagged with #disaster relief
Originally Published 25 days ago — by Cascadia Daily News
Governor Ferguson toured flood-affected areas in Whatcom County, assessing damages from recent severe flooding, and announced a $3.5 million aid fund while advocating for increased infrastructure investment and federal disaster aid, emphasizing regional cooperation and community resilience.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Jamaica Gleaner
Gordon Robinson emphasizes the importance of national unity and collective action in Jamaica’s disaster relief efforts following Hurricane Melissa, criticizing political divisiveness and urging all Jamaicans to help and support each other, while warning about future climate-related disasters and the need for political cooperation.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
Aid efforts in Jamaica are struggling to reach communities devastated by Hurricane Melissa, the strongest storm in the country's history, with many residents still isolated, lacking basic necessities, and facing a slow government response amid widespread destruction and loss of life.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS News
Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, caused extensive damage in Jamaica, resulting in at least 19 deaths and widespread destruction. Relief efforts are ongoing, with aid being distributed, hospitals being set up, and international assistance arriving to support recovery and rebuilding.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
The UK has sent aid to Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa, which caused extensive damage and fatalities, and is preparing to evacuate British nationals from the island amid ongoing recovery efforts and infrastructure challenges.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Yale Climate Connections
Hurricane Melissa, which made landfall as a record-tying Category 5 storm in Jamaica, has weakened to a post-tropical storm after causing significant destruction and loss of life across the Caribbean, with ongoing recovery efforts and calls for donations.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, caused widespread destruction in Jamaica, especially in Black River, leaving most structures damaged, causing power and water outages, and resulting in at least 19 deaths in Jamaica and 31 in Haiti, with ongoing relief efforts underway.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NPR
Hurricane Melissa caused extensive destruction across Jamaica, Cuba, and Haiti, resulting in fatalities, widespread damage, and ongoing relief efforts, with the US offering aid to Cuba amidst the crisis.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS News
A severe storm caused extensive flooding in remote Alaska villages, displacing over 2,000 residents who may not return home for at least 18 months. The damage, comparable to a Category 2 hurricane, has led to significant destruction, rescue operations, and federal aid requests, with evacuees being relocated to Anchorage and other facilities. The situation highlights ongoing challenges in disaster response and recovery in harsh Arctic conditions.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Weather Channel
Over 300 residents from storm-ravaged coastal communities in western Alaska have been evacuated by military cargo planes due to severe damage from Typhoon Halong, which caused record flooding and destruction in over 40 villages, leading to widespread displacement and ongoing emergency relief efforts.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Anchorage Daily News
A relief fund has been established to aid Western Alaska communities affected by a severe storm with hurricane-force winds and flooding, with donations supporting immediate needs and long-term recovery efforts, including community donations, events, and supplies for residents and pets.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Al Jazeera
A magnitude 6 earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan's Kunar province on August 31, causing over 2,200 deaths and destroying more than 5,000 homes, leaving many villagers displaced and struggling to rebuild amid ongoing aftershocks, with the UN aiding affected populations.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Washington Post
The Taliban has called for international aid following a devastating earthquake in Afghanistan that has resulted in over 1,400 deaths, highlighting the urgent need for disaster relief efforts.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Reuters
A magnitude-6 earthquake in Afghanistan has resulted in over 1,100 deaths and thousands injured, with rescue efforts hampered by difficult terrain and weather. International aid is limited, and the overwhelmed health system struggles to cope, highlighting the urgent need for more support.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CNN
A 6.0-magnitude earthquake in Afghanistan has killed at least 800 people and injured over 2,800, causing widespread destruction in remote mountainous regions. The Taliban government has called for international aid amid ongoing humanitarian crises worsened by recent US and European aid cuts. Relief efforts are hampered by damaged infrastructure and severe weather, with limited international response so far.