A devastating 7.7 earthquake struck the country of Myanmar on Friday, March 28th, leaving approximately 3,600 people killed and the affected regions in urgent need of assistance.
Sources estimate this number will rise to over 10,000 and that 18.3 million people, 4.04 million households, and USD 77.5 billion in infrastructure are concentrated within the affected area.1
The affected communities, located in five separate areas and among internally displaced populations (IDPs), are currently facing severe shortages of food, clean drinking water, and essential medicines. Hospitals are full. These areas are difficult to access due to damaged infrastructure, making it critical to deliver aid promptly to these remote regions.
Our local partner reflected on Sagaing, the center of the earthquake, and shared, “They are all sad. They have no food, no water. They have a lot of monasteries [for shelter], but they are all destroyed. Many are living in the [open] – in football fields or under trees. But [still, there are] not many trees, all are gone. They are disappointed. So many dead bodies are still inside the houses.”
Our disaster response team is collaborating with our local partner, who is already on the ground, responding and initially providing emergency relief to 600 families that we are able to access—but we can’t do it alone. A gift of $50 today will provide life-saving aid to a family of five, including:
Provide immediate food assistance (rice, cooking oil)
Distribute clean drinking water to ensure safe consumption
Supply essential medicines for basic healthcare needs
Ensure safe transportation and lodging for the relief teams and affected families
Every moment counts in the wake of a disaster. Your generosity can bring hope and relief to those who need it most. In the coming days and as we gain access to more affected areas, the devastation will become clearer and the need will continue to grow and we will need your help!
Would you partner with us to reveal hope and restore life in the name of Jesus to Myanmar’s earthquake survivors?
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