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February 27, 2010: An 8.8 Earthquake hit Chile around 3:34 AM this morning. This earthquake is approximately 700 times stronger than the Haiti earthquake which has killed approximately 260,000 people. The initial surge of the Asian Tsunami of 2004 (9.0-9.3 mag.) measured a height of approximately 108 feet and killed nearly 300,000 people. The earthquake in Chili and the tsunamis that may result have the potential to do the same, if not more.
The epicenter of this quake if off the coast of Maule just 45 miles south of Molina where World Care helped build a hospital/clinic with the local community of 32,000. We currently have no word from them as to their damage and loss.
World Care is prepared to collect supplies and funding at its headquarters at 3538 E. Ellington Place, Tucson, AZ 85713 in order to quickly assist as this disaster escalates. World Care will continue to send out e-mail updates to those on our mailing list as updates are received.
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EMERGENCY RELIEF SUPPLIES REQUESTED FOR CHILI'S EARTHQUAKE AND TSUNAMI:
FIRST AID SUPPLIES: Antibiotic creams/ointments, antiseptic wipes, bleach in tablet form, Band-Aids, gauze and tape, first aid kits, gloves.
OVER THE COUNTER MEDICATIONS: Pain relievers, tummy aids, antibiotic creams/ointments, liquid bandage (aka New Skin).
EMERGENCY NEEDS: Flashlights, DRY goods (beans/rice), infant/powder milk, supplemental drinks (i.e. Ensure), gently used of new blankets.
HYGIENE: Toothpaste and brushes, nail clippers, wash/face cloths, non-alcohol or baby shampoos, bar soaps such as Ivory.
Monetary donations are needed towards shipping, purchasing materials in/for the area. Mail checks to:
World Care
3538 East Ellington Place
Tucson, AZ 85713
In memo line put: Tools for ER or Earthquakes/Tsunami
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$1.5 Million in resources and supplies from World Care in Tucson to Haiti
Thanks for your generous donations, we have sent eight 40 foot containers full of first aid, hygiene and food supply to Port-au-Prince valued at over $1.5 million!
At the beginning of February, World Care also sent a small team to make sure the supply we have sent is being properly distributed. The team also went to one of the orphanages that World Care has been supporting for the past 6 years to see how they were affected by the earthquake.
Lisa Hopper, the CEO and Founder of World Care, said "This is the worst disaster I've seen in my years of disaster relief. The damage is so extensive and the rebuilding process is going to take a long time. World Care is dedicated to the people of Haiti and will continue sending resources until there is no more need. We're in it for the long haul."
EMERGENCY RELIEF SUPPLIES REQUESTED FOR HAITI'S EARTHQUAKE:
FIRST AID SUPPLIES: Antibiotic creams/ointments, antiseptic wipes, bleach in tablet form, Band-Aids, gauze and tape, first aid kits, gloves.
OVER THE COUNTER MEDICATIONS: Pain relievers, tummy aids, antibiotic creams/ointments, liquid bandage (aka New Skin).
EMERGENCY NEEDS: Flashlights, DRY goods (beans/rice), infant/powder milk, supplemental drinks (i.e. Ensure), gently used of new blankets.
HYGIENE: Toothpaste and brushes, nail clippers, wash/face cloths, non-alcohol or baby shampoos, bar soaps such as Ivory.
Monetary donations are needed towards shipping, purchasing materials in/for the area. Mail checks to:
World Care
3538 East Ellington Place
Tucson, AZ 85713
In memo line put: Tools for ER or Haiti Relief
ALERT: World Care does NOT solicit by phone. If you have been receiving calls from any organization claiming that they are collecting donations for World Care, it is untrue. If you receive one of these calls, please let us know so that we can bring a stop to this.
Thank you for all of your donations and support! And thanks to all of the volunteers who have supported this cause.
We still need volunteers to help sort and pack donations. If you have an few hours, please stop by our warehouse to volunteer.
3538 E. Ellington Place, Tucson, AZ 85713
Monday-Saturday, 9 AM-3 PM
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