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SEIU: Tragedy in Haiti Calls on Each of Us to Act

WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–January 13, 2010.  Today, the Service Employees International Union released this statement by International President Andy Stern on the devastating earthquake in Haiti: “The whole world is watching the devastation in Haiti following yesterday’s earthquake with horror, compassion and desire to act.  “This catastrophe calls on each of us to[Read More…]

Haiti: Doctors Without Borders Teams Set up Clinics to Treat Injured After Facilities Are Damaged

NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–January 13, 2010.  The first reports are now emerging from Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) teams who were already working on medical projects Haiti. They are treating hundreds of people injured in the quake and have been setting up clinics in tents to replace their own damaged medical[Read More…]

Remarks by President Obama on Rescue Efforts in Haiti

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 13, 2010 – 10:20 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT:  Good morning, everybody.  This morning I want to extend to the people of Haiti the deep condolences and unwavering support of the American people following yesterday’s terrible earthquake. We are just now beginning to learn the extent of the devastation,[Read More…]

UN Secretary-General Ban Calls for International Support in Wake of Devastating Haiti Quake

NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–13 January 2010 – Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today issued an urgent call to the international community to assist Haiti following yesterday’s catastrophic earthquake that has devastated the impoverished Caribbean nation’s capital. Buildings and infrastructure in Port-au-Prince suffered extensive damage, while basic services, including water and electricity are near the[Read More…]

Help for Haiti

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 13, 2010. President Obama has been receiving updates on the urgent situation in Haiti late into last night and this morning, and top members of his team have been convening to formulate the government response. You can also help immediately by donating to the Red Cross to assist[Read More…]

Statement by President Obama on the Earthquake in Haiti

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 12, 2010. “My thoughts and prayers go out to those who have been affected by this earthquake.  We are closely monitoring the situation and we stand ready to assist the people of Haiti.” Background information: The President was informed of the earthquake at 5:52pm. The President asked his[Read More…]

Thousands Feared Dead in Haiti Earthquake

Port-Au-Prince, Haiti –(ENEWSPF)– From the Chicago Tribune: The strongest earthquake in more than 200 years rocked Haiti on Tuesday, collapsing a hospital where people screamed for help and heavily damaging the National Palace, U.N. peacekeeper headquarters and other buildings. U.S. officials reported bodies in the streets and an aid official[Read More…]

State Department Operations Center 800 Number for Americans Seeking Information on Family Members in Haiti

This information is current as of today, Tuesday, January 12 2010, 22:14:37 GMT-0600 (Central Standard Time). Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– The State Department Operations Center has set up the following number for Americans seeking information about family members in Haiti: 1-888-407-4747 (due to heavy volume, some callers may receive a recording). The[Read More…]

Mercy Corps Sends Emergency Response Team to Haiti

Portland, OR–(ENEWSPF)–January 12, 2010.  Mercy Corps is sending a team of emergency responders to Haiti in the wake of a 7.0 magnitude earthquake that rocked the island nation earlier today. The team will assess damage, and seek to fulfill immediate needs of quake survivors. “Initial reports indicate that the quake[Read More…]

American Red Cross Releases $200,000 in Aid to Help Communities Affected by Earthquake in Haiti

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 12, 2010. The American Red Cross has pledged an initial $200,000 to assist communities impacted by today’s earthquake in Haiti, and is prepared to take further action as local responders assess the situation. “Initial reports indicate widespread damage in Port au Prince, with continuing aftershocks,” says Tracy Reines,[Read More…]

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