Cyclone Devastation

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On Saturday May 10, Myanmar (Burma) was hit by the worst cyclone Asia has seen for 17 years causing tidal waves over 12 feet high. Five regions have been declared disaster zones with over 50,000 people confirmed dead and tens of thousands are still missing.  The death toll is expected to reach 100,000 people and millions have been left homeless.

In light of this tragedy OM is supporting trusted aid partners to bring immediate relief and long-term help to the people of Myanmar.  Financial gifts will be used to purchase immediate relief supplies including water, rice, beans, salt, oil, sugar, candles, charcoal, fuel, water purifiers, instant noodles, mosquito nets, roofing materials, first aid kits and medicine.  Please contact your local OM office.

 

EL CICLÓN EN MYANMAR (BURMA)

El sábado 10 de mayo, Myanmar (Burma) fue golpeada por el peor ciclón en Asia de los últimos 17 años, causando olas de 3,5 metros. Cinco regiones fueron declaradas zonas de desastre con más de 50.000 muertos y decenas de miles que todavía están desaparecidos. La cifra de muertos está llegando a 100.000 personas y millones han quedado sin hogar.

Como respuesta a esta tragedia OM está apoyando asociados de ayuda humanitaria para llevar ayuda inmediata y a largo plazo a la gente de Myanmar. Se utilizará dinero que sea donado para comprar provisiones tales como agua, arroz, porotos (frijoles), sal, aceite, azúcar, velas, carbón, combustible, purificadores de agua, fideos instantáneos, redes para mosquitos, materiales para reparar techos, maletines de primeros auxilios y medicamentos. Por favor contacta a tu oficina de OM local.

Doctores, enfermeras y personal médico que quiera colaborar será bienvenido para armar un equipo médico.

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