On November 8, 2013. One of the world’s most powerful typhoons struck the Philippines. Typhoon Haiyan, known as Yolanda in the Philippines, has left thousands dead and caused severe destruction across the Philippines. Thousands of houses, establishments, roads, crops and more were destroyed. An estimated 9.5 million people were affected by this calamity. Reports predicted more than 10,000 people died. The extent of damage caused by Typhoon Haiyan, relief and rescue efforts have been more than challenging.
These are just a few of the photos I gathered from the internet.
As you can see from the images above. I heard the news, I just could not leave it alone, it’s hard to just look the other way. I need to share this with all of you. The Philippines need your help! You can make a difference. Below are sites where you can help. I know there are a lot of scammers out there, But below links are taken from the ABC News site. This should be reliable.
Taken from ABC News:
You can donate to any of the following organisations or your preferred overseas aid agency.
- Australian Red Cross
- UNICEF Australia
- Access Aid International
- Act for Peace
- ADRA Australia
- Anglican Board of Mission Australia
- Anglican Overseas Aid
- Australia for UNHCR
- CARE Australia
- Caritas Australia
- Child Fund Australia
- Islamic Relief
- Oxfam Australia
- Redr Australia
- Plan International in Australia
- Save the Children
- Uniting World
- World Vision Australia
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