The Earthquake in Haiti

The devastation in Haiti is large. There is not much one can say. Boston.com maintains a frequently updated page with pictures from the disaster zone.

The aftermath of an earthquake can be just as dangerous as the earthquake itself. Medical supplies for the injured, sanitation equipment and water treatment to prevent cholera outbreaks, food and shelter for the survivors are big challenges which need to be financed and organized…

Donating to aid organizations such as The Red Cross, Deutsches Rotes Kreuz, Türk Kızılayı, Doctors Without Borders, UNICEF, and others can go a great way to help the survivors.