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 H1N1
Includes helpful information on H1N1 such as School Materials, Prevention Methods, Information on Children/Parents and Child Care Providers as well as General Information.
Hurricane Irene Wreaks Havoc
September 1, 2011
Hurricane Irene continues to wreak havoc and destruction in Northeast United States. Rebuilding efforts projected to take several years and cost billions of dollars. Financial donations and CWS kits needed now.
Hurricane Irene Update
August 29, 2011
Hurricane Irene leaves trail of destruction across 14 states. Clean up and recovery projected to take months.
Hurricane Irene
August 26, 2011
Communities up and down the East coast of the United States are preparing for the weekend arrival of Hurricane Irene which is projected to come onshore in North Carolina.
From Texas to Minnesota: tornadoes leave a path of destruction
May 24, 2011
Joplin, Missouri suffered the most as at least 116 people have been killed; more than 400 people severely injured; and many are still missing – fully 30% of the city buildings and homes are destroyed or damaged. St. John’s Regional Medical Center was hit forcing medical personnel to evacuate patients; and those injured by the tornado to other area hospitals.
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UCC Launches Eastern Horn of Africa Drought and Famine Appeal
July 26, 2011
The United Church of Christ issued a $250,000 emergency relief appeal as a result of a drought causing food shortage affecting more than 10 million people in East Africa (Somalia, Ethiopia and Kenya).
Japan Update
March 16, 2011
One Great Hour of Sharing funds provide much needed supplies to Japanese earthquake/tsunami survivors.
Today, a $25,000 One Great Hour of Sharing grant is being rushed to Church World Service to support emergency relief efforts in Japan.
Massive Earthquake off Japan triggers tsunami
March 11, 2011
A massive 8.9 earthquake struck off the coast of Japan at 2:46 pm local time, March 11, causing extensive damage and triggering a huge tsunami. Tsunami warnings have been issued for 20 countries across the Pacific basin, extending to the United States, Mexico and the coast of South America.
New Zealand Earthquake
February 23, 2011
Christchurch, Aotearoa/New Zealand was rocked Tuesday, February 22, by a deadly and destructive earthquake.
Flooding in Sri Lanka
February 11, 2011
On January 10, 2011, the eastern coast of Sri Lanka was hit by the worst floods in over 50 years. Heavy rains led to severe flooding in several communities with lagoon waters. Roads were washed out and numerous villages were forced to evacuate.
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