Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 13, 2010 – 10:20 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Good morning, everybody. This morning I want to extend to the people of Haiti the deep condolences and unwavering support of the American people following yesterday’s terrible earthquake. We are just now beginning to learn the extent of the devastation,[Read More…]
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UN Secretary-General Ban Calls for International Support in Wake of Devastating Haiti Quake
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–13 January 2010 – Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today issued an urgent call to the international community to assist Haiti following yesterday’s catastrophic earthquake that has devastated the impoverished Caribbean nation’s capital. Buildings and infrastructure in Port-au-Prince suffered extensive damage, while basic services, including water and electricity are near the[Read More…]
Help for Haiti
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 13, 2010. President Obama has been receiving updates on the urgent situation in Haiti late into last night and this morning, and top members of his team have been convening to formulate the government response. You can also help immediately by donating to the Red Cross to assist[Read More…]
Statement by President Obama on the Earthquake in Haiti
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 12, 2010. “My thoughts and prayers go out to those who have been affected by this earthquake. We are closely monitoring the situation and we stand ready to assist the people of Haiti.” Background information: The President was informed of the earthquake at 5:52pm. The President asked his[Read More…]
Thousands Feared Dead in Haiti Earthquake
Port-Au-Prince, Haiti –(ENEWSPF)– From the Chicago Tribune: The strongest earthquake in more than 200 years rocked Haiti on Tuesday, collapsing a hospital where people screamed for help and heavily damaging the National Palace, U.N. peacekeeper headquarters and other buildings. U.S. officials reported bodies in the streets and an aid official[Read More…]
State Department Operations Center 800 Number for Americans Seeking Information on Family Members in Haiti
This information is current as of today, Tuesday, January 12 2010, 22:14:37 GMT-0600 (Central Standard Time). Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– The State Department Operations Center has set up the following number for Americans seeking information about family members in Haiti: 1-888-407-4747 (due to heavy volume, some callers may receive a recording). The[Read More…]
Mercy Corps Sends Emergency Response Team to Haiti
Portland, OR–(ENEWSPF)–January 12, 2010. Mercy Corps is sending a team of emergency responders to Haiti in the wake of a 7.0 magnitude earthquake that rocked the island nation earlier today. The team will assess damage, and seek to fulfill immediate needs of quake survivors. “Initial reports indicate that the quake[Read More…]
American Red Cross Releases $200,000 in Aid to Help Communities Affected by Earthquake in Haiti
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 12, 2010. The American Red Cross has pledged an initial $200,000 to assist communities impacted by today’s earthquake in Haiti, and is prepared to take further action as local responders assess the situation. “Initial reports indicate widespread damage in Port au Prince, with continuing aftershocks,” says Tracy Reines,[Read More…]
Remarks by Secretary of State Clinton on the Earthquake in Haiti
Honolulu, Hawaii–(ENEWSPF)–January 12, 2010. We are still gathering information about this catastrophic earthquake, the point of impact, its effect on the people of Haiti. The United States is offering our full assistance to Haiti and to others in the region. We will be providing both civilian and military disaster relief[Read More…]
Know the Risk Factors for Suicide – There is Hope
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– People in crisis generally don’t have the energy or ability to take on a long search for help. The best way to prevent suicide with clinical depression is to know the risk factors for suicide and to recognize the warning signs of suicide. Take these signs seriously.[Read More…]
