Earthquake Emergency Relief/Search and Rescue

Challenge

Each year major earthquakes (magnitude 7+) happen more than once a month, resulting in significant number of deaths and injuries, as well as damage and destruction to countless homes and buildings. Already vulnerable groups are even more affected by these disasters, including refugees, displaced persons, people living in poverty, and people living in remote areas. Seconds count when there may be survivors trapped beneath the rubble, and survivors need essential supplies and temporary shelter.

Solution

With a focus on limiting loss of life, Peace Winds rapidly dispatches search-and-rescue staff, and begins distributing essential water, food, and providing temporary shelters solutions. Where needed, Peace Winds stands up a field hospital with staff doctors and emergency medical personnel. Following an immediate response, Peace winds continues to provide medical first aid, and partners with local organizations delivering food/hygiene kits to vulnerable families, restoring health and wellbeing.

Long-Term Impact

The road to recovery for an impacted community is often long, and Peace Winds will remain providing support as long as it is needed. In the weeks and months following the disaster, this includes distributing essentials such as medical supplies, food, water, and personal hygiene items. In the longer-term, Peace Winds joins with community partners in activities to rebuild and restore households to wellness and self sufficiency.

Resources

• http:/​/​peacewindsamerica.org/​