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Toll in Southeast Asia Surges Past 44,000 in 11 Countries; IRW Launches The death toll from the devastating tsunamis in Asia has reached 44,000, and could dramatically increase in the coming days. Islamic Relief Worldwide has increased its emergency appeal to $5 million in order to help meet the needs of the victims. The tsunamis were caused by the most powerful earthquake to hit the earth in 40 years, measuring 9.0 on the Richter scale. Millions have been displaced from their homes and thousands are still missing. According to the World Health Organization, diseases could double the natural disaster’s death count before the situation can be stabilized. The United Nations reported that the disaster would require the biggest relief effort the world has ever seen. Islamic Relief Launches $5 Million Appeal
Islamic Relief Worldwide has increased its emergency appeal $5 million. This includes an initial $270,650 for relief and rehabilitation intervention in the region, and $27,000 to meet the immediate needs of victims in Sri Lanka. Our representative in Sri Lanka is performing a needs assessment. An Emergency Response Team will be operational in Sri Lanka within the next few days. An assessment team from our Indonesia office has arrived in Medan (155 miles from Banda Aceh) where all relief efforts are being coordinated. The team will be leaving for Banda Aceh tomorrow morning. Our partners in India have arrived in Chennai and are performing a needs assessment. The victims of the disaster are in need of medical supplies, tents and sanitation facilities. Islamic Relief USA is requesting all of its donors, supporters, and volunteers to act immediately to assist the victims of this horrifying disaster. Please pray for the victims of this catastrophe and their families. Do not delay. Please donate generously today. Islamic
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