Brazil Flood Relief
Submitted by jyotirmaya on February 6, 2011 - 23:02
Massive flooding has claimed the lives of at least 600 people in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Heavy rains and mudslides have blocked many roads, hampering rescue efforts. Phone lines and internet in many of the effected communities are also down, stalling important and life saving communication, and the ability for families to make sure their loved ones are safe.
AMURT is actively engaging volunteers and resources in the mountainous area near Rio de Janeiro. Currently our teams distribute food and non-food items to the affected communities in the towns of Nova Friburgo, Teresópolis and Petrópolis.
Here is a link to our Just Giving site where donations can be made to the latest AMURT UK effort in disaster relief.
