Global Emergency
A 7.1 magnitude earthquake in Central Mexico is just the latest in a trail of devastating disasters. We urgently need your help to respond to the desperate need around the world.
At this very moment, drought is forcing people to abandon their homes in the Horn of Africa, while monsoon flooding is sweeping through Nepal and Bangladesh. Meanwhile, the Caribbean is being hit by wave after wave of powerful hurricanes and Mexico is experiencing powerful earthquakes.
Right now, our teams are stretched across the globe — operating in Nepal, Bangladesh, Cameroon and the Caribbean, as well as responding to the conflict in the Syrian region and Iraq.
In this busy time, our resources are severely limited. We rely on our incredible supporters to fund our vital work providing shelter in times of disaster and go where the need is most desperate.
Responding to catastrophic weather
Hurricane Maria
After suffering the wrath of Hurricane Irma, the Caribbean is once again being pummeled. The arrival of Category 5 Hurricane Maria makes this one of the most ferocious hurricane seasons ever recorded.
ShelterBox is responding. We are currently coordinating the provision of aid across five countries, including Antigua and Barbuda and the British Virgin Islands.
We have a variety of aid in the Caribbean, so we can tailor our response to best support different communities.
On some islands, there will be the natural resources available to quickly rebuild homes with the help of a ShelterKit. Elsewhere, our tents will be the best option — creating a warm, safe home while the long clean-up process takes place.
Earthquake in Mexico City
We are monitoring the consequences of the earthquake in Mexico, and whether there is need for our support. Search and rescue is currently the main priority, but once this phase has passed, we will be able to gather more information on the level of damage done to homes and buildings.
We will be working with our extensive network of humanitarian and Rotary International contacts to get a clear picture of the situation.
We’re impatient to respond — wherever we’re needed in the world — but we need your help.
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Thank you for helping us ensure that no family is without shelter.
