Quake Survivors In Desperate Need

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We see it on TV, quake survivors in Haiti are desperately in need of aid. Haitians are calling out for help. They need food, water, and homes to replace what they lost.

After buildings collapsed, hope seems to collapse too. Looting began immediately after the strong quake. Survivors are seen stealing food and water from the destroyed stores and houses. After several days, we also see them steal from their fellow survivors. True, they have escaped death but there comes the threat of famine.

While rescuers continue digging for dead bodies, authorities say it is too early to give a number. While doctors and nurses treat victims, more injured remain untreated. While survivors are scavenging, more of such sort will continue until I don't know when. One thing is clear, they need help at the earliest possible time.

The UN launched its United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti. The International Committee of the Red Cross set up a website to help Haitians find missing loved ones. It is also distributing food, clothes and other necessities to the victims. Celebrities like George Clooney, Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Madonna, and a lot more also initiated a campaign titled Hope for Haiti Now. UNICEF is also conducting relief operations. US President Barrack Obama is also preparing a team to give medical attendance, food and supplies. People are helping even in little ways. More and more help is coming and I hope we see the improvement in Haiti soon.