The days continue to be busy for Salvation Army emergency relief workers in Haiti as well as our logistical support team based in Miami. But BUSY = GREAT when that means Haiti earthquake victims are being served.
We’re pleased to report that another airplane touched down in Port-au-Prince carrying 350,000 meals, 18,480 gallons of water, 260 tents and tarps, and baby items and assorted medical supplies.
A view of the temporary homes in the soccer arena for which The Salvation Army has taken responsibility (Photo: Jeremy Watt/The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory)
Salvation Army personnel and volunteers helped distribute more than 231,000 meals to displaced families located around the Salvation Army’s main compound with the help of the US Army’s 82nd Airborne. Our team members on the ground have reported that food distributions are going smoothly. In sharp contrast to general stories of angry and unruly crowds at these types of events, The Salvation Army actually experienced applause from the people gathered following a recent distribution! We hope this reaction serves as a testament to Haitians receiving the aid they need.
Classes for 100 preschoolers in Port-au-Prince were held for the second day today. After suffering much physical and emotional trauma, these kids will be able to find a semblance of normalcy at school. And, never failing to cheer up little kids, 12 soccer balls were quickly snatched up by children.
Medical treatment also continues with more than 300 people receiving various forms of aid on Monday. Thankfully, the trend of illnesses and injuries being presented at the clinic seems to be “less traumatic” than ailments seen in recent days.
72 yr. old retired Salvation Army officer Lt. Col. Herb Rader undertakes an operation in the Salvation Army clinic in Port-au-Prince. (Photo: Jeremy Watt/The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory)
