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Rahat Amanhuhha, 24 years old, is a widow with two children. She lost her home and all her crops in last year’s floods, which devastated her rural village in Sindh, southern Pakistan.
As part of the UK's assistance to people affected by the floods, Rahat has received a voucher which enables her to claim seeds and fertilizer so she can grow food for her family. She explains how it works:
“I’m here today to get seeds and fertilizers from the shop. My house and belongings all vanished in the flood. We went to stay in Jhatpat then came back to a camp in Thull where we lived for three months, before going back to our village. When we left our home we had a good crop growing; when we came back there was nothing left, only water.”
Two million acres of crops were destroyed in last year’s floods in Pakistan. The UK has helped approximately 895,000 people get back on their feet and off of dependency on food aid by providing seeds, fertilisers, and tools. This allows them to grow their own food for their families to eat, or to sell some to earn a small amount of money and try to return to normal life.
In Sindh poor people affected by the floods are receiving up to four bags of fertilizer and 30kg of rice seeds, thanks to help from UK aid. They are given a voucher which they can redeem at any of their choice of approved seed shops.
Rahat continues: “I had no hope because when we came back to my village I had no home left and no crops. With this voucher I’ll get rice seeds, phosphate, urea, and 8,000 rupees (approx £60GBP) in cash to buy pesticides and other things.
“The seeds and fertilizers are enough for two acres of crops, so this will make a big difference to us. It means we'll be able grow more and have some crops to sell. It will help me feed my family and get medicine for the children. I’m happy and thankful for this help from the UK.
The UK is supporting this scheme in conjunction with USAID, Cordaid, Caritas Germany and the Canadian Catholic Organisation for Development and Peace. The implementing partner in Pakistan is the NGO Catholic Relief Services.
To find out more about how the UK is helping in Pakistan, please visit: www.dfid.gov.uk/Media-Room/Features/2011/Pakistan-floods-...
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2/13/09: Victoria Burning - Help Animal Fire Victims
IN THIS ALERT:
1. KC Directory: Animal Relief Efforts You Can Help. Millions Died...
2. Nigel’s Animal Rescue: Send Money & Supplies ASAP
3. Wildlife Victoria: Overwhelmed With Fire Victims
4. Help For Wildlife: Long Recovery Ahead For Animals
5. RSPCA: Emergency Aid For Companion Animals
6. Wildlife Burning
7. IFAW: Team On The Ground For Animals In Victoria
8. Survivors Of The Fire - Symbols of Hope
Please review resources below to see WHO and HOW to help.
PHOTOS: Help For Wildlife, Victoria (Australia) -- www.helpforwildlife.com/bushfires/photos.html
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1. Animal Relief Efforts You Can Help. Millions Died...
EYEWITNESS TO THE FIRES -- VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA
2/12/09, Katie, Lake Nagambie - Victoria, Australia, beachside64 [at] optusnet.com.au -- It feels like the whole of Victoria is up in flames. We expect [human] fatalities to climb over 300 when they get around to more isolated areas. [It is estimated] well over 1 million wild and domestic animals have perished... Animals lucky enough to be rescued will need months of care and rehabilitation. There are still 31 fires burning...
Kinship Circle Directory
HELP FOR WILDLIFE
WEBSITE: www.helpforwildlife.com/
WILDLIFE IN FIRES: www.helpforwildlife.com/bushfires/how_to_help.html
DONATE BY MAIL:
Help For Wildlife, PO Box 181
Coldstream, VIC 3770, Australia
ph: 0417 380 687
WILDLIFE VICTORIA’S URGENT BUSHFIRE APPEAL
WEBSITE: www.wildlifevictoria.org.au/cms/index.php
DONATE ONLINE: www.wildlifevictoria.org.au/cms/index.php?option=com_wrap...
BY MAIL:
Jon Rowdon, President, Wildlife Victoria
Reply Paid 84688
MELBOURNE VIC 3000
DIRECT DEPOSIT:
Account Name: Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Account
Bank Name: Commonwealth Bank
BSB: 063 806
Account: 1007 7387
NIGEL'S ANIMAL RESCUE
WEBSITE: www.animalrescue.com.au/
DONATE BY MAIL:
Nigel’s Animal Rescue, PO Box 1096
Hartwell 3124
ph: 0427 533 083
ONLINE INFORMATION: www.animalrescue.com.au/fire_crisis.php
RSPCA – INJURED/DISPLACED COMPANION ANIMALS
WEBSITE: www.rspcavic.org/index.htm
DONATE ONLINE: wic032p.server-secure.com/vs138364_secure/Default.aspx?Re...
BY MAIL:
Bushfire Appeal, RSPCA Victoria
3 Burwood Highway
Burwood East VIC 3151
ph: 03 9224 2222
DIRECT DEPOSIT:
RSPCA Bushfire Appeal
BSB 083-153
A/c 868326451
Email your contact info to: accounts [at] rspcavic.org.au
(name, address, date, amount donated)
IFAW / ASIA-PACIFIC
DONATE ONLINE: www.ifaw.org/ifaw_asia_pacific/donate_now/index.php?msour...
WILDLIFE RESCUE & INFORMATION INC
WEBSITE: www.wrin.asn.au/
EMAIL: secretary [at] wrin.asn.au
DONATE ONLINE: www.wrin.asn.au/payments.htm
BY MAIL:
W.R.I.N. Inc., P.O. Box 2412
Bendigo, VICTORIA 3554, AUSTRALIA
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES + NEWS LINKS:
DOGS Victoria Bushfire Appeal
www.dogsvictoria.org.au/Content.asp?ID=277&SubID=367
Australian Wildlife Health Centre / RACV Wildlife Connect 13 11 11
www.awhc.zoo.org.au/Get%20Involved/Found%20Injured%20Wild...
Millions of animals feared dead
www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29143295/
Millions of animals dead in Australia fires
www.rr.com/news/news/article/9002/6834427/Millions_of_ani...
Koala rescued from Australia's wildfire wasteland
news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090210/ap_on_re_as/as_australia_wil...
Wildfire toll could surpass 200
www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29114722/
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2. Nigel’s Animal Rescue: Send Money & Supplies ASAP
2/9/09, Victoria Fire Crisis – Your Urgent Assistance Is Required
FULL STORY: www.animalrescue.com.au/fire_crisis.php
NIGEL’S ANIMAL RESCUE – CENTRAL HUB FOR DONATIONS & SUPPLIES:
Nigel's Animal Rescue has been working around the clock to provide emergency assistance to animals affected by the bushfires and we desperately need your help! Nigel’s Animal Rescue currently operates as the central hub for donations and supplies for all animal rescues in the area.
SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR ANIMALS:
Hay, Straw / Food Cat-Dog-Chaff / Medical Supplies
Cages Transportable Collapsible / Temporary pens
Transport for injured animals
4g and 22g catheters (prefer introcan but anything would be fine)
5cm coplus & soffban / Idexx urea and creat slides
0.9% sodium chloride 1 litre bags
Gloves / Swabs / Bedding
Giving sets / Extension sets
Melolin 10cm x 10cm
Silvazine / Baytril injectable
Tramal injectable / Temgesic injectable
Alfaxan CD / Solosite
IV Drip pumps J / Heat pads/packs
1ml, 3ml, 5, 10ml, 20, syringes
DONATE TO NIGEL'S ANIMAL RESCUE:
WEBSITE: www.animalrescue.com.au/
EMAIL: nigel [at] animalrescue.com.au
DONATE MONEY OR SUPPLIES BY MAIL:
Nigel’s Animal Rescue, PO Box 1096
Hartwell 3124
ph: 0427 533 083
ONLINE INFO ON HOW TO DONATE: www.animalrescue.com.au/fire_crisis.php
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3. Wildlife Victoria: Overwhelmed With Fire Victims
2/09, Bushfires threaten wildlife survival – affected wildlife already in care
FULL: www.wildlifevictoria.org.au/cms/index.php?option=com_cont...
The fires have devastated our wildlife, including the loss of at least two wildlife shelters... Wildlife rescuers are preparing for one of the largest operations in our history once we can safely enter fire grounds... Unfortunately we cannot take volunteers at this time unless they’re already trained. If people want to help -- please donate to the appeal.
FOR INJURED ANIMALS, ONLY: 13 000 94535 (13 000 WILDLIFE), 24 hours
DONATE TO WILDLIFE VICTORIA’S URGENT BUSHFIRE APPEAL:
To fund bandages, treatment, medicines and food for injured wildlife, plus activities to help our volunteers best respond to wildlife needs.
WEBSITE: www.wildlifevictoria.org.au/cms/index.php
EMAIL: office [at] wildlifevictoria.org.auThis
ONLINE: www.wildlifevictoria.org.au/cms/index.php?option=com_wrap...
BY MAIL:
Wildlife Victoria, 3/288 Brunswick St.
Fitzroy 3065
ph: 9445 0310
DIRECT DEPOSIT:
Account Name: Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Account
Bank Name: Commonwealth Bank
BSB: 063 806
Account: 1007 7387
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4. Help For Wildlife: Long Recovery Ahead For Animals
2/10/09, Rescuers And Firefighters Helping Wildlife During Bush Fires in Victoria, Australia
FULL STORY: network.bestfriends.org/rapidresponse/news/32108.html
POSTED COMMENT IN BEST FRIENDS AUSTRALIA NETWORK COMMUNITY:
network.bestfriends.org/foaaustralia/news/
The Help for Wildlife response team -- based in the vicinity where Kinglake/Healesville fires occurred -- are on standby to enter fire grounds when safe to rescue injured wildlife. They already have a number of animals in care and are expecting many more. Kangaroos and wallabies found in abundance in this area can take months to recover and require a great deal of dressings and medication.
SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR ANIMALS:
silverzine cream / non-stick dressings
soft bandages / vet wrap
saline / disinfectant/clorhexidine
syringes / pain relief / antibiotics
feed / hay (for starving wildlife)
Donations for fuel (to carry out the extensive search and rescue)
DONATE TO HELP FOR WILDLIFE:
WEBSITE: www.helpforwildlife.com/help_for_wildlife.html
EMAIL: helpforwildlife [at] bigpond.com
DONATE MONEY OR SUPPLIES BY MAIL:
Help For Wildlife, PO Box 181
Coldstream 3770 VIC, Australia
ph: 0417 380 687, 0359 649, 480
Denise Garratt, Director
Parched koala bear gets a drink from a biker
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5. RSPCA: Emergency Aid For Companion Animals
2/12/09, How the RSPCA is helping Victoria’s bushfire victims
FULL STORY: www.rspcavic.org/campaigns_news/news_bushfires.htm
HOW RSPCA IS HELPING BUSHFIRE VICTIMS:
* Emergency advice is available at 03 9224 2222.
* Free veterinary care to animals in need at RSPCA Burwood and Pearcedale Veterinary Clinics.
* Financial assistance to cover expenses provided by other vets: Call 03 9224 2251 or 0405 015 794.
* For all other enquiries call: 03 9224 2222.
* Pet Supplies: RSPCA has delivered pet food to relief centres.
* To donate pet food, bedding, leads and bowls, deliver these to your local RSPCA.
* Lost & Found: Working to reunite lost pets with their families.
* Temporary Accommodation: To animals at our shelters across Victoria. Call: 03 9224 2222.
* FOR MORE DETAILS -- www.rspcavic.org/campaigns_news/news_bushfires.htm
DONATE TO RSPCA - INJURED/DISPLACED COMPANION ANIMALS:
WEBSITE: www.rspcavic.org/index.htm
DONATE ONLINE: wic032p.server-secure.com/vs138364_secure/Default.aspx?Re...
BY MAIL:
Bushfire Appeal, RSPCA Victoria
3 Burwood Highway
Burwood East VIC 3151
DIRECT DESPOSIT:
RSPCA Bushfire Appeal
BSB 083-153
A/c 868326451
Email your contact info to: accounts [at] rspcavic.org.au
(name, address, date, amount donated)
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6. Wildlife Burning
2/12/09, Animals fall victim to Australian fire
FULL STORY: newsok.com/animals-fall-victim-to-australian-fire/article...
SYDNEY -- Wildlife rescue officials worked frantically to help the animals that made it through Australia’s worst-ever wildfires, but they said millions of animals likely perished in the inferno. Hundreds of burned, stressed and dehydrated animals -- including kangaroos, koalas, lizards and birds -- already have arrived at shelters across the scorched region. Rescuers have doled out antibiotics, pain relievers and fluids to the critters in a bid to keep them comfortable, but some of the severely injured were euthanized to spare any more suffering.
Sam, a koala saved from the bushfires, is treated 2/11/09 at the Mountain Ash Wildlife Center in Rawson, Australia. AP PHOTO.
newsok.com/animals-fall-victim-to-australian-fire/article...
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7. IFAW: Team On The Ground For Animals In Victoria
2/11/09, Bushfire Emergency
FULL STORY: www.ifaw.org/ifaw_asia_pacific/index.php
Bushfire emergency in Australia - a message from Erica Martin
FULL STORY: www.animalrescueblog.org/
Photo © IFAW / M. Fillinger. 2/11/09, IFAW helps Victoria's animal victims
www.ifaw.org/ifaw_asia_pacific/media_center/press_release...
IFAW (International Fund for Animal Welfare) has sent an emergency relief team to help wild and domestic animals affected by the devastating fires in Victoria. Tania Duratovic is leading the IFAW team in Whittlesea. We arrived in Whittlesea (2/9/09) and set up in the staging area...
Today we traveled to Kinglake West and Kinglake Central - two of the worst hit areas. Remnants of trees and piles of rubble are all that is left of what used to people’s homes and indeed whole towns. People are happy...to see something emerge alive from the devastation. As one person recounted as they handed over a slightly burned ring-tailed possum, “We have lost our house, our neighbours and our pets but we found this little guy alive -- please help him, I just want him to live.”
IFAW vet Dr. Howard Ralph administered first aid and the possum is now under the care of Help for Wildlife volunteers. Dr. Ralph, is a renowned vet, burns specialist and human doctor. He is helping local vets treat pets at the survivors’ shelter in Whittlesea. Photo © IFAW / M. Fillinger
So far we have been able to provide immediate aid to many animals suffering from the effects of the fire including dogs, cats, horses, ducks, chickens, wallabies, possums, kangaroos, joeys, koalas, a peacock, a lyrebird, a goat, a dingo and an orphaned baby deer...
ONGOING IFAW UPDATES FROM THE FIELD:
www.animalrescueblog.org/2009/02/bushfire-update.html#more
DONATE TO IFAW / ASIA-PACIFIC:
www.ifaw.org/ifaw_asia_pacific/donate_now/index.php?msour...
Anyone who finds an injured animal should call Tania Duratovic on 0428 229 000.
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8. Survivors Of The Fire – Symbols of Hope
2/11/09, Aussies find symbols of hope in two koalas
FULL STORY: www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29123220/
A koala nicknamed Bob puts his paw around fellow fire survivor Sam at the Southern Ash Wildlife Shelter in Rawson, Australia. Colleen Wood / Southern Ash Wildlife Shelter via Reuters. www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29123220/
SYDNEY -- A bond between two burned koalas rescued from Australia's deadliest wildfires has provided some heart-warming relief after days of devastation and the loss of more than 180 lives and possibly millions of animals. The story of the koalas emerged after volunteer firefighter David Tree used a mobile phone to photograph and film the rescue of the bewildered female, since nicknamed Sam, that was found cowering in a burned-out forest at Mirboo North, 90 miles southeast of Melbourne.
Photos and video of Tree, 44, approaching Sam while talking gently to her, and feeding her water from a plastic bottle as she put her burned claw in his cold, wet hand quickly hit YouTube, making her an Internet sensation.
But it was after reaching a wildlife shelter that Sam met and befriended another koala, nicknamed Bob, who was saved by wildlife workers two days before Sam, in Boolarra, about 110 miles from Melbourne...
CONTINUE STORY: www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29123220/
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Kuakata, Bangladesh.
Humans explored the moon more than 40 years ago. They are now heading towards the Mars, and digging dip into Martian meteorites in search of extraterrestrial life. While they continue to explore their boundaries and try to find their purpose in this universe, nature continues to test the limits of human strength to fight back, on this very planet. Being the most vulnerable yet the most intelligent species of this earth, human race try to push their limit in an effort to survive the odds imposed by decimating natural disasters.
In November 2007, cyclone 'Sidr', an unruly son of nature swept off the coastal region of Bangladesh. 'Kuakata', a small seaside community in the district "Patuakhali" was completely devastated by the cyclone. The retreating tidal waves took thousands of souls into the vastness of the ocean and left most of the people homeless. Most of the families lost their close ones who were involved in deep sea fishing at that time. The frighteningly fierce waves rose so high and entered so deep into the habitable lands that the map of this coastal region changed forever. At least a kilometer of the coastline permanently submerged under the sea. The Sundarbans, world's largest mangrove forest was largely devastated while trying to absorb the shock of the cyclone.
It has been more than four years since the harsh reality of the nightmare called 'Sidr', and the wound it left on the community is still raw, evoking sharp pain every time it is touched by the memories. However, although Sidr stripped away the community off close relatives and resources, it could not rob the undaunted spirit that the people of this area protect in their hearts. The community is turning back again, venturing deeper into the same sea for fishing, which snatched away all their hopes. They've rebuilt their homes, mosques and boats. Sundarbans, the century old guardian, is sprouting new leaves and regaining its vigor.
Ernest Hemingway said “A man can be destroyed, but cannot be defeated." While you think of evidences for such extraordinary claims, take a look at Kuakata. You'll get your answer. Kuakata, with all its relentless and courageous fighters proudly stands there, as the epitome of human resilience.
People affected by the drought carry wheat bags from a government run food depot. The Afar Region is one of the hardest hit, with all 32 of its woredas (districts) classified as a nutrition ‘priority 1’ affecting an estimated 1.7 million people (80 per cent pastoralists), including 234,000 under-five children. March-9-2016. © UNICEF Ethiopia/2016/Mulugeta Ayene
near ultimate height, around 14.4m, early afternoon, the last downpours were as heavy as any...
Local hero.
Thank you!
Ten years on from this unprecedented disaster, the progress achieved has been remarkable and the lives of many of those affected by the 2004 tsunami have improved immensely.
Read more on:
Exposure: adb.exposure.co/back-to-life
Asian Tsunami of 2004: ADB’s Response and Lessons Learned: www.adb.org/news/features/asian-tsunami-2004-adb-s-respon...
I recently flew from Boise to Los Angeles. We heard about the wildfires and hurricane force Santa Ana winds but the sight of the smoke, fire, and devastation was horrific. We flew parallel to the wildfire cloud before entering it. It was like a black/orange whiteout, we were really bouncing around. When we emerged from the cloud we were over the Pacific Ocean and it looked like an angry hurricane was happening below us. Wow. These IPhone photos don’t do it justice. My heart goes out to everyone affected by this nightmare. I took these photos on 8 January 2025.
Khalid Mohammed 15, poses for picture under a shade of tree shade in the blistering heat. With failed two rainy seasons, and a disappointing august 2015 rains families like those of Khalid have lost most of their livestock even though his attending class instead of full tending to the remaining livestock. in 2016, it’s estimated there will be 136,000 children, pregnant and lactating women with moderate acute malnutrition (MAM) occurrence and 32,000 children who will be affected with severe acute malnutrition (SAM) in lubakda kebele, kore woreda Afar Region. March-9-2016. © UNICEF Ethiopia/2016/Mulugeta Ayene
A man walks in front of some of the wreckage left by Typhoon Haiyan in Tacloban, the Philippines, 21 November 2013.
Picture: Russell Watkins/Department for International Development
UK aid for hurricane-hit Haiti is packaged up, ready for delivery from Kemble airfield, UK. This cargo includes lifesaving water filters.
See how UK aid is helping hurricane-hit Haiti at: www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-provides-support-and-expert...
Picture: Stephen Mottram/DFID
Hygiene kits and tarpaulins for temporary shelter supplied by UK aid are distributed in Beaumont, Haiti on October 10, 2016, by Care International. Beaumont is one of the areas worst affected by Hurricane Matthew.
Picture: Carey Wagner/CARE
Hamida Mohammed 6, holds her family’s kid as she stands below a tree shade in the blistering heat. Her families have lost much of their livestock’s in the drought, which aid agencies say has been the worst in 30 years. In 2016, it’s estimated there will be 136,000 children, pregnant and lactating women with moderate acute malnutrition (MAM) occurrence and 32,000 children who will be affected with severe acute malnutrition (SAM) in lubakda kebele, kore woreda Afar Region. March-9-2016. © UNICEF Ethiopia/2016/Mulugeta Ayene
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Jeff Brady, (right) decontamination readiness noncommissioned officer with the 115th Maintenance Company, Utah National Guard, assists emergency room nurses at Exempla St. Joseph Hospital with decontaminating a mock victim during a natural-disaster training scenario decontamination exercise, at Exempla St. Joseph Hospital in Denver, Colo., July 23, 2013, as part of the 2013 Vigilant Guard exercise. Vigilant Guard, hosted by the Colorado National Guard, is a large-scale, multi-state, multi-agency exercise focused on inter-agency coordination in preparation for emergencies and catastrophic events in Colorado. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Zach Sheely/RELEASED)
Save the Children workers (right) verifying information from Saqlain (left), 14, a resident of Jail in UC Bahrain, whose house has been totally destroyed by the flood. Since his father was unwell, Saqlain was accompanied by his uncle to collect tents to provide their family with emergency shelter. Save the Children is distributing thousands of tents with the support of UKaid from the Department for International Development.
To find out more about how the UK is helping in Pakistan please visit: www.dfid.gov.uk/Media-Room/News-Stories/2010/Floods-in-Pa...
Photo credit: Save the Children
Kuakata, Bangladesh.
Humans explored the moon more than 40 years ago. They are now heading towards the Mars, and digging dip into Martian meteorites in search of extraterrestrial life. While they continue to explore their boundaries and try to find their purpose in this universe, nature continues to test the limits of human strength to fight back, on this very planet. Being the most vulnerable yet the most intelligent species of this earth, human race try to push their limit in an effort to survive the odds imposed by decimating natural disasters.
In November 2007, cyclone 'Sidr', an unruly son of nature swept off the coastal region of Bangladesh. 'Kuakata', a small seaside community in the district "Patuakhali" was completely devastated by the cyclone. The retreating tidal waves took thousands of souls into the vastness of the ocean and left most of the people homeless. Most of the families lost their close ones who were involved in deep sea fishing at that time. The frighteningly fierce waves rose so high and entered so deep into the habitable lands that the map of this coastal region changed forever. At least a kilometer of the coastline permanently submerged under the sea. The Sundarbans, world's largest mangrove forest was largely devastated while trying to absorb the shock of the cyclone.
It has been more than four years since the harsh reality of the nightmare called 'Sidr', and the wound it left on the community is still raw, evoking sharp pain every time it is touched by the memories. However, although Sidr stripped away the community off close relatives and resources, it could not rob the undaunted spirit that the people of this area protect in their hearts. The community is turning back again, venturing deeper into the same sea for fishing, which snatched away all their hopes. They've rebuilt their homes, mosques and boats. Sundarbans, the century old guardian, is sprouting new leaves and regaining its vigor.
Ernest Hemingway said “A man can be destroyed, but cannot be defeated." While you think of evidences for such extraordinary claims, take a look at Kuakata. You'll get your answer. Kuakata, with all its relentless and courageous fighters proudly stands there, as the epitome of human resilience.
A member of "Serve On" holds up a flying drone - used to help identify areas that are worst-hit by the earthquake in Nepal.
The group have joined up with the UK's International Search and Rescue (UKISAR) team around the area of Chautara.
Background
On 25 April, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck the country, killing more than 5000 people, and injuring thousands more.
The UK is responding to Nepal's request for international help, sending search and rescue teams, emergency medics and logistical support.
Find out more at: www.gov.uk/nepal-earthquake-2015
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At 1.35 p.m. on 2 March 1987, a magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck the Bay of Plenty region, cutting power and sending many people outdoors. Minutes later a much stronger quake rocked the region. This main shock, at 1.42 p.m., had a magnitude of 6.3 and was centred north of Edgecumbe. Four aftershocks with magnitudes greater than 5 occurred in the next six hours, and smaller aftershocks were felt for weeks.
The Edgecumbe earthquake was the first since the 1968 Īnangahua quake to cause major damage. Although not of an exceptional magnitude, it was damaging because it was very shallow. No one was killed, but several dozen people suffered serious injuries.
The most spectacular effect of the Edgecumbe earthquake was the 7-kilometre-long rift that appeared across the Rangitāiki Plains – the Edgecumbe Fault. A fissure up to 3 metres wide and 3–4 metres deep opened up along much of the fault, although some sections were marked just by zones of cracks. The earthquake had been caused by movement along the fault; the land to the north-west had dropped by up to 2 metres. The region which sank downward is now more prone to flooding.
As these images are from the Ministry of Civil Defence, Central Regional Office. They come from a collection of photographic albums covering disasters, exercises, course photographs, publicity material, staff photographs, study trips, emergencies, and overseas visits.
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I recently flew from Boise to Los Angeles. We heard about the wildfires and hurricane force Santa Ana winds but the sight of the smoke, fire, and devastation was horrific. We flew parallel to the wildfire cloud before entering it. It was like a black/orange whiteout, we were really bouncing around. When we emerged from the cloud we were over the Pacific Ocean and it looked like an angry hurricane was happening below us. Wow. These IPhone photos don’t do it justice. My heart goes out to everyone affected by this nightmare. I took these photos on 8 January 2025.
After days of continuous rains, parts of Haiti's north, including Cap Haïtien, suffered serious flooding, leaving more than a dozen dead and thousands homeless. The Haitian government with the support of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) and UN agencies including the World Food Programme (WFP), responded with evacuations, temporary shelters and food and supplies distributions.
A mother grooms her child's hair in Cap Haïtien, Haiti.
UN Photo/Logan Abassi
City: Cap Haïtien
Country: Haiti
11/11/2014
NICA ID: 616787
Hygiene kits and tarpaulins for temporary shelter supplied by UK aid are distributed in Beaumont, Haiti on October 10, 2016, by Care International. Beaumont is one of the areas worst affected by Hurricane Matthew.
Picture: Carey Wagner/CARE
After days of continuous rains, parts of Haiti's north, including Cap Haïtien, suffered serious flooding, leaving more than a dozen dead and thousands homeless. The Haitian government with the support of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) and UN agencies including the World Food Programme (WFP), responded with evacuations, temporary shelters and food and supplies distributions.
A family loads supplies onto a boat during the flooding.
UN Photo/Logan Abassi
City: Cap Haïtien
Country: Haiti
NICA ID: 616790
11/11/2014
Title: Flood Scene, Dallas, Tex.
Alternative Title: [Two Men on Wreckage of Building by Railroad Track, After Trinity River Flood]
Creator: Unknown
Date: May 25, 1908
Part Of: George W. Cook Dallas/Texas image collection
Place: Dallas, Dallas County Texas
Physical Description: 1 photographic print (postcard): gelatin silver; 9 x 14 cm
File: a2014_0020_3_3_b_0148_r_1908fldmen.jpg
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Young girl in an evacuation center. 2009. Philippines. Photo: Jerome Ascano / World Bank
Photo ID: JA-PH001 World Bank
Title: Dallas, Tex. Flood
Creator: Unknown
Date: 1908
Part Of: George W. Cook Dallas/Texas image collection
Place: Dallas, Dallas County Texas
Physical Description: 1 photographic print (postcard): gelatin silver; 9 x 14 cm
File: a2014_0020_3_3_b_0147_r_1908fldtrack.jpg
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Message from Executive Director Carter Smith
Record drought and heat, devastating wildfires, and a drop in visitation have led to a critical situation for state parks.
We need to raise $4.6 million to keep state parks operating, and we can't do it without you.
There are three simple ways you can help:
Make a year-end, tax-deductible donation. Link to donate: bit.ly/uZLkD1
Make a donation when it's time for you to renew your vehicle registration.
Most importantly, because visitor fees pay for about half of all park operating costs, visit a state park this holiday season.
Please act now, to help keep Texas State Parks open for everyone to enjoy. Our state parks won't be the same without you.
Thank you,
Carter Smith
TPWD Executive Director
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I recently acquired some rather special vintage photos of the 1906 San Francisco Earthquake - including this 6.5" x 8.5" contact print. Inscribed "Market St. showing Native Sons Monument after the fire. San Francisco, California" on the back. No attribution.
At 1.35 p.m. on 2 March 1987, a magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck the Bay of Plenty region, cutting power and sending many people outdoors. Minutes later a much stronger quake rocked the region. This main shock, at 1.42 p.m., had a magnitude of 6.3 and was centred north of Edgecumbe. Four aftershocks with magnitudes greater than 5 occurred in the next six hours, and smaller aftershocks were felt for weeks.
The Edgecumbe earthquake was the first since the 1968 Īnangahua quake to cause major damage. Although not of an exceptional magnitude, it was damaging because it was very shallow. No one was killed, but several dozen people suffered serious injuries.
The most spectacular effect of the Edgecumbe earthquake was the 7-kilometre-long rift that appeared across the Rangitāiki Plains – the Edgecumbe Fault. A fissure up to 3 metres wide and 3–4 metres deep opened up along much of the fault, although some sections were marked just by zones of cracks. The earthquake had been caused by movement along the fault; the land to the north-west had dropped by up to 2 metres. The region which sank downward is now more prone to flooding.
As these images are from the Ministry of Civil Defence, Central Regional Office. They come from a collection of photographic albums covering disasters, exercises, course photographs, publicity material, staff photographs, study trips, emergencies, and overseas visits.
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Kuakata, Bangladesh.
Humans explored the moon more than 40 years ago. They are now heading towards the Mars, and digging dip into Martian meteorites in search of extraterrestrial life. While they continue to explore their boundaries and try to find their purpose in this universe, nature continues to test the limits of human strength to fight back, on this very planet. Being the most vulnerable yet the most intelligent species of this earth, human race try to push their limit in an effort to survive the odds imposed by decimating natural disasters.
In November 2007, cyclone 'Sidr', an unruly son of nature swept off the coastal region of Bangladesh. 'Kuakata', a small seaside community in the district "Patuakhali" was completely devastated by the cyclone. The retreating tidal waves took thousands of souls into the vastness of the ocean and left most of the people homeless. Most of the families lost their close ones who were involved in deep sea fishing at that time. The frighteningly fierce waves rose so high and entered so deep into the habitable lands that the map of this coastal region changed forever. At least a kilometer of the coastline permanently submerged under the sea. The Sundarbans, world's largest mangrove forest was largely devastated while trying to absorb the shock of the cyclone.
It has been more than four years since the harsh reality of the nightmare called 'Sidr', and the wound it left on the community is still raw, evoking sharp pain every time it is touched by the memories. However, although Sidr stripped away the community off close relatives and resources, it could not rob the undaunted spirit that the people of this area protect in their hearts. The community is turning back again, venturing deeper into the same sea for fishing, which snatched away all their hopes. They've rebuilt their homes, mosques and boats. Sundarbans, the century old guardian, is sprouting new leaves and regaining its vigor.
Ernest Hemingway said “A man can be destroyed, but cannot be defeated." While you think of evidences for such extraordinary claims, take a look at Kuakata. You'll get your answer. Kuakata, with all its relentless and courageous fighters proudly stands there, as the epitome of human resilience.
UK aid for hurricane-hit Haiti is packaged up, ready for delivery from Kemble airfield, UK. The cargo includes lifesaving water filters and shelter kits.
See how UK aid is helping hurricane-hit Haiti at: www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-provides-support-and-expert...
Picture: Stephen Mottram/DFID
Kids at a school in the village of Kepung, close to Mt Kelud Volcano, which erupted on February 13th 2014. Ash was spewed as far as 250km away, burying communities under heavy ashfall and forcing some 76,000 people to be evacuated from their homes.
PHOTO OF THE WEEK: Young children stand outside Atif Mazari camp for flood-affected people on the outskirts of Rojhan in Rajanpur district of Southern Punjab.
© UNICEF Pakistan/2012/Sami Malik
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Drove about 180 miles east from Des Moines to the family farm in Jackson County, Iowa over the weekend. There was visible damage from last week's huge storm (aka derecho) along every mile of the trip: downed power lines, flattened fields, damaged homes and businesses, fallen trees. This, for example, is a huge new grain bin at the River Valley Cooperative in Martelle - the tallest structure in this town of 250 people - which collapsed onto itself, spilling thousands of bushels of corn to the roadway. Outside of the Midwest this natural disaster, that has caused an untold amount of damage and left tens of thousands of people without power for days, has received very little attention.
People walk through the flooded streets of Gonaives, Haiti. 8 days after tropical storm Hanna swept through the area.
Photo ID 192484. 09/09/2008. Gonaives, Haiti. UN Photo/Logan Abassi. www.unmultimedia.org/photo/
Drove about 180 miles east from Des Moines to the family farm in Jackson County, Iowa over the weekend. There was visible damage from last week's huge storm (aka derecho) along every mile of the trip: downed power lines, flattened fields, damaged homes and businesses, fallen trees. This, for example, is a huge new grain bin at the River Valley Cooperative in Martelle - the tallest structure in this town of 250 people - which collapsed onto itself, spilling thousands of bushels of corn to the roadway. Outside of the Midwest this natural disaster, that has caused an untold amount of damage and left tens of thousands of people without power for days, has received very little attention.
Local call number: DM3109
Title: [Remains of large ficus tree at the corner of Fleming and Francis streets: Key West, Florida]
Personal Author: McDonald, Dale M.
Date: 1998.
Physical descrip: 1 digital image: col.; 35 mm.
Series Title: (Dale M. McDonald Collection)
Accompanying note: "Tree was up rooted during hurricane Georges. Photos show tree after it had been trimmed to allow traffic flow."
Repository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0250 USA. Contact: 850.245.6700. Archives@dos.state.fl.us
Persistent URL: www.floridamemory.com/items/show/100371
Volunteer locals evacuate nearby residents Lismore 28/2 ...flood height ~13.5m...ultimate height 14.39m
Spontaneous crews of nearby residents spent twelve hours evacuating lower street blocks of residents and their pets
Scores of lives saved.
Family whose home floods every year creating hazardous living conditions. Colombia. Photo: © Scott Wallace / World Bank
Photo ID: SW-COC-035 World Bank
Health worker examines Seder Farh, four years old who came with his grandmother Dehabo Seyre, at a temporary emergency rub hall tent built by UNICEF after the failure of spring belg and poor summer kiremt rains caused by the climatic phenomenon known as El Niño, the number of people in need of relief assistance in Ethiopia reached 8.1m in October 2015. Government and humanitarian partners are exerting efforts to meet the food and non-food items needs for the affected population. Afar Regional State, Adaytu Wereda©UNICEF Ethiopia/2015/Tesfaye