World Vision’s Response to the catastrophic earthquake in Turkey and Syria
Background
At 4:17 in the morning on 6 February, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck northwestern Turkey. According to the latest reports, this enormous tremor has already caused over 16,000 deaths in Turkey and Syria, while over 20,000 are reportedly injured. At least 20 strong aftershocks have also been reported in southern and central Turkey and will likely continue for the next several days. The damage has been incredible, with dozens of cities and towns experiencing severe damage to infrastructure.
World Vision’s Response
- From early Monday morning, World Vision teams have been working in Turkey and Syria, assessing the damage and helping those affected by this disaster.
- World Vision is already conducting a rapid assessment, and the team is in close contact with the UN and governments to ensure an effective, coordinated response.
- Cold and sub-zero temperatures are a real concern – so providing lifesaving non-food items and heating will continue to be a priority. At least 20 medical facilities have been partially or completely damaged. World Vision’s teams on the ground have already begun distributing fuel and heat to shelters holding those who have lost their homes. Key emergency items that will be needed include tents, blankets, mattresses, tarpaulins, heaters and ready to eat food).
- World Vision’s immediate areas of response will cover Gaziantep and Sanliurfa in Türkiye, as well as Azaz, Afrin and Idlib, in Northern Syria.
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- Bank name: Absa Bank Zambia Plc
- Account number: 1890707
- Account name: Local Fundraising Account
- Branch name: Lusaka Business Centre
- Sort code: 020016
- Swift code: BARCZMLXXXX
- Reference: Turkey & Syria
For more information, please contact:
- Bernard Zgambo World Vision Zambia Humanitarian Emergency Affairs Director, Email: bernard_zgambo@wvi.org or cell: +260971252322
- Jason Befus, World Vision Zambia Resource Acquisition Director, Email: jason_befus@wvi.org
- Sally Namutowe, World Vision Zambia Fundraising Director, Email: sally_namutowe@wvi.org
- John Hasse, World Vision Zambia National Director, Email: john_hasse@wvi.org
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