March 31, 2025|
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|8 months agoSwiss aid organizations mobilize for Myanmar earthquake relief
Swissaid and Helvetas commit combined CHF600,000 in emergency aid following devastating earthquake.
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- Swissaid and Helvetas have committed a combined total of CHF 600,000 in emergency aid.
- Swissaid is contributing CHF 500,000 ($570,000) specifically for non-food items like tents and kitchen sets.
- Helvetas is providing CHF 100,000 for food and hygiene supplies.
- The earthquake had a magnitude of 7.7 according to the US earthquake monitoring centre.
- Myanmar's ruling military leadership has confirmed over 1,000 deaths.
By The Numbers
CHF 600,000
Total Emergency Aid
7.7
Magnitude
1,000+
Confirmed Deaths
1992
Year
They Said
"Swissaid wants to quickly provide the victims with tents, kitchen sets, blankets and other non-food items."
"The money will be used to distribute food, hygiene articles and other necessary relief supplies to the affected population."