teisipäev, jaanuar 11, 2005
The Salvation Army Remains in Tsunami Devastated Areas
In the ongoing relief efforts in Southeast Asia, The Salvation Army is providing food, water, shelter, clothing, medical care and other immediate needs in the affected areas. Counseling and pastoral support is also being offered to survivors coming to terms with the devastation that surrounds them. The Salvation Army is working to help survivors look ahead, by beginning reconstruction projects and helping to boost the local economy.
A Salvation Army relief team in Indonesia was able to reach Aceh in northern Sumatra, the area nearest the epicenter of the 9.0 earthquake that set off the horrific tsunami. Until recently, the area has been cut off from ground transportation. When The Salvation Army team arrived, they discovered that the immediate need was for medical aid, which they were able to provide. The tsunami devastated the area, leaving over 80 percentof the buildings damaged or destroyed.
In Indonesia, The Salvation Army has been working in the hardest hit areas, delivering relief supplies and clothing in a coordinated effort with other church groups. Three Salvation Army nurses, working in separate healthcare centers on the island, report that they are short of medication to fight the diseases, such as malaria and anemia, which they expect to increase in the community in the coming months. The Salvation Army has committed itself to community rehabilitation and rebuilding ruined homes, of which there are more than 200. Small loans will also be provided to assist people who have lost their businesses to start again and have the chance to, once again, earn a living.
The Salvation Army India South West Territory was quick to bring aid to the stricken areas along the south west tip of India. Many who have lost their homes are living in extremely congested conditions in camps set up by the government. Working with local authorities, The Salvation Army has been able to deliver several hundred sets of bed sheets, mats, water containers, clothing, and food, to those who have lost everything.
The Salvation Army high school in Kowdiar, Trivandrum, has been providing shelter for many who are waiting to return to what is left of their homes. Young children from The Salvation Army corps (community service and worship center) have collected clothing and distributed it to those who lost theirbelongings.
The Salvation Army is working with local governments in numerous areas to provide a safe water supply, housing for families, replace fishing boats and accommodate children who are now orphans.
The Salvation Army Team Emergency Radio Network (SATERN) is monitoring radio transmissions to collect and relay information from the disaster-affected areas. SATERN is also providing health and welfare information to those concerned about friends and loved ones. To fill out an application for a health and welfare request, please visit www.satern.org.
The Salvation Army's greatest need, at this point, is financial support.The outpouring of generosity and kindness has been overwhelming. TheSalvation Army is incredibly grateful for all of the donations that we have received, and with the financial contributions, we are able to provide for the needs of those affected by this disaster. If you would like to make a monetary donation you may visit us online at www.1800salarmy.org, call1-800-SAL-ARMY or send a check to your local Salvation Army. Please be sure to earmark all donations "Southeast Asia Disaster Relief Fund."
Submitted by Suzanne Henson
Forwarded by Vicky Copicotto
A Salvation Army relief team in Indonesia was able to reach Aceh in northern Sumatra, the area nearest the epicenter of the 9.0 earthquake that set off the horrific tsunami. Until recently, the area has been cut off from ground transportation. When The Salvation Army team arrived, they discovered that the immediate need was for medical aid, which they were able to provide. The tsunami devastated the area, leaving over 80 percentof the buildings damaged or destroyed.
In Indonesia, The Salvation Army has been working in the hardest hit areas, delivering relief supplies and clothing in a coordinated effort with other church groups. Three Salvation Army nurses, working in separate healthcare centers on the island, report that they are short of medication to fight the diseases, such as malaria and anemia, which they expect to increase in the community in the coming months. The Salvation Army has committed itself to community rehabilitation and rebuilding ruined homes, of which there are more than 200. Small loans will also be provided to assist people who have lost their businesses to start again and have the chance to, once again, earn a living.
The Salvation Army India South West Territory was quick to bring aid to the stricken areas along the south west tip of India. Many who have lost their homes are living in extremely congested conditions in camps set up by the government. Working with local authorities, The Salvation Army has been able to deliver several hundred sets of bed sheets, mats, water containers, clothing, and food, to those who have lost everything.
The Salvation Army high school in Kowdiar, Trivandrum, has been providing shelter for many who are waiting to return to what is left of their homes. Young children from The Salvation Army corps (community service and worship center) have collected clothing and distributed it to those who lost theirbelongings.
The Salvation Army is working with local governments in numerous areas to provide a safe water supply, housing for families, replace fishing boats and accommodate children who are now orphans.
The Salvation Army Team Emergency Radio Network (SATERN) is monitoring radio transmissions to collect and relay information from the disaster-affected areas. SATERN is also providing health and welfare information to those concerned about friends and loved ones. To fill out an application for a health and welfare request, please visit www.satern.org.
The Salvation Army's greatest need, at this point, is financial support.The outpouring of generosity and kindness has been overwhelming. TheSalvation Army is incredibly grateful for all of the donations that we have received, and with the financial contributions, we are able to provide for the needs of those affected by this disaster. If you would like to make a monetary donation you may visit us online at www.1800salarmy.org, call1-800-SAL-ARMY or send a check to your local Salvation Army. Please be sure to earmark all donations "Southeast Asia Disaster Relief Fund."
Submitted by Suzanne Henson
Forwarded by Vicky Copicotto
