Sri Lanka

AmeriCares most recent work in Sri Lanka is in response to the tragic tsunami that struck the coast of the island in December, 2004, resulting in great loss of life and property. AmeriCares sent a relief team to Sri Lanka within 48 hours of the disaster. The first airlift carried over 30,000 pounds of medicines and medical supplies, water purification treatments and personal hygiene items. Two additional airlifts provided antibiotics and medical supplies.

After a month of emergency efforts, AmeriCares shifted focus to long-term relief, establishing an office in the capital city of Colombo. A Clean Water Initiative, representing an investment of more than a million dollars, began in April, 2005 with projects focusing on improving water quality and increasing water volume.