The LCMS, working cooperatively through LCMS World Mission and LCMS World Relief and Human Care in St. Louis, and other U.S. and international partners, is striving to serve the ongoing needs of the people of Latin America affected by these recent devastating natural disasters. Get the latest news and updates on the LCMS response to the earthquakes in Haiti and Chile here. |
Haiti Earthquake Relief-
On Tuesday, January 12, 2010, Haiti experienced a catastrophic 7.0 magnitude earthquake. According to published reports, the quake killed an estimated 200,000 people, left 250,000 injured, and made 1.5 million homeless.
Get the latest news and updates on the LCMS relief effort for Haiti here.
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Chile Earthquake Relief-
On Saturday, February 27, 2010, an 8.8 magnitude earthquake rocked the South American country of Chile. The temblor, one of the strongest ever recorded, claimed more than 700 lives, toppled thousands of buildings and homes, and left an estimated 2 million people homeless.
Get the latest news and updates on the LCMS relief effort for Chile here.
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