AmeriCares
is responding as a new wave of monsoon rains triggered severe flooding in
southern Pakistan, affecting more than 7 million people. The deluge is a blow to survivors in a region
still struggling to recover from the
catastrophic floods of 2010 – the worst flooding the country had ever seen.
"That
so many people caught up in the emergency were still trying to reestablish
their lives after last year's terrible flooding makes this a very complex and
urgent situation," said U.N. official, Mengesha Kebeda.
For
the hundreds of thousands of displaced, the needs are great. Tens of thousands have lost everything and
many, especially in remote villages, have little access to basic medical care.
AmeriCares
has committed financial support to a long-term partner to conduct free medical
camps in flood ravaged villages, and for the purchase and distribution of
non-food items for affected families.
Help AmeriCares deliver help and hope to flood victims in Pakistan and around the world »
2010 Flood Response
In July, 2010, Pakistan was devastated by
catastrophic flooding, leaving 20 million people homeless. Those floods claimed
2,000 lives and affected 18 million people -- more than a tenth of the
population. An estimated 800,000 families are still without shelter one year
later.
AmeriCares
responded immediately and continues to send aid to remote villages where
families who lost everything are still struggling to survive. For twelve months
after the disaster, AmeriCares sent more than $6 million in vital humanitarian
aid to Pakistan. From delivering critical medicines and supplies, to drilling
wells and installing water pumps, to restoring health facilities, AmeriCares is
committed to helping the people of Pakistan recover and rebuild. Read more about AmeriCares
flood response here »
