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QRCS responds urgently to earthquake-hit Izmir

Published: 03 Nov 2020 - 09:07 am | Last Updated: 16 Nov 2021 - 12:04 am

The Peninsula

Doha: Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has immediately responded to the 6.6-magnitude earthquake that rattled Izmir, western Turkey. 

It was followed by 883 aftershocks, which raised the number of deaths to 51 and injuries to 896, according to reports of Turkey’s Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD).

From day 1, QRCS’s Disaster Information Management Center (DIMC) was activated, and its representation mission in Turkey was mobilised, to keep updated and timely informed about the situation, in coordination with the Turkish Red Crescent and engaged international humanitarian organisations. Initial needs include emergency shelter (tents, tarpaulins, and repair kits), drinking water, readymade food meals, psychological support, personal hygiene kits, and nonfood items (blankets, winter clothes, and kitchenware).

Secretary-General of QRCS, Ali bin Hassan Al Hammadi is in touch with Director-General of the Turkish Red Crescent, Dr. Ibrahim Altan to discuss the situation and agree on joint action, in order to help the victims and minimize the negative impact on the local communities.