Student World Assembly
Earthquake in Iran Action Alert | February 22nd, 2005

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Action Alert!

Give a helping hand to the
earthquake victims.

A 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck central Iran, on February 22, damaging over 40 surrounding villages. There have been over 400 reported casualties and over 1,400 injuries. Villages consisting of mud-brick houses have been demolished from the quake, leaving thousands homeless and in need of medical supplies and food. Many of these destroyed villages are located in inaccessible areas, where helicopters are needed for relief efforts.

SWA chapters are encouraged to set-up tables on their campus and community to raise funds for the relief effort and also hold events in order to raise awareness of this pressing issue. Together we can surely make a difference!

By clicking on the links below you will be able to find
background information on the ongoing crisis:

CNN

BBC

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