Posted by Sam McCurdy
Last week we outlined the work of Disaster Aid Australia (DAA) in providing 'SmartAid', 'Safe water for every child' and training for disaster relief. DAA has since been called upon to assist at the recent disaster in Lebanon
On 4 August, two massive explosions occurred in the port of Beirut, the capital of Lebanon. These were the result of a fire at a warehouse storing many tonnes of ammonium nitrate and they killed more than 200 people, injured thousands, and destroyed countless homes. Thousands of houses and apartments are now uninhabitable. Families are in urgent need of shelter, food, and emergency supplies.
The devastating catastrophe also destroyed 85 per cent of the food stock stored at the port – leaving an already vulnerable city in peril.
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Disaster Aid Australia Response
With travel from Australia not being possible, DAA will be supporting our closer Disaster Aid International Partners: Disaster Aid Europe and Disaster Aid UK & Ireland. They will be linking with local Rotary clubs who have started talking to the most affected communities.
As they find out more, DAA will work to provide what is needed. Disaster Aid International will also be working with other agencies to help Beirut recover.
Donation to Appeal
Please donate today to ensure as many people as possible have access to Medical Help and Shelter.
