An earthquake measuring at least 7.6 on the Richter scale has hit Asia. Worst affected are Kashmir and Pakistan, but the quake has also hit north India and Afghanistan.
Alternatives is there
We have partners on the ground in the affected region in Pakistan and India and following our initial assessments we are gearing up to supply emergency aid to approximately 100,000 people in some of the areas worst-affected by the earthquake.
Alternatives’ partners has a history of working in the area and Alternatives will be mobilising its existing partners and resources in the response.
Make an online donation to Alternatives’ South Asia earthquake appeal
What your money can buy:
– $50 can buy 11 blankets to protect survivors from cold weather.
– $200 can buy a winterproof tent to protect survivors from the cold.
