As Tropical Storm Fay continues to threaten Florida and neighboring states, the American Red Cross has over 500 workers providing food and shelter, the majority of them residents of Florida.
Humanitarian Efforts Ongoing in Georgia Region
With many people injured and many more fleeing their homes as a result of the conflict, medical and relief supplies are urgently needed. Initial support will go to help extend the relief work of the ICRC on the ground, while additional response options are evaluated.
Helping Peru Rebuild, One Year Later
It was a year ago August 15, when the earthquake measuring 7.0 on the Richter scale struck Peru. Within minutes, hundreds died and nearly 700,000 people, like 64-year-old Flora Emilia Barrutia de Tasaco became homeless.