January 2016
So far, damages to infrastructure in Imphal East and West districts of Manipur have been reported due to a high density of high-rise buildings in the area. Landslides in the region are expected as the epicenter of the earthquake is located in a hilly district.
In Bangladesh, authorities have reported that 2 residential buildings have tilted in Dhaka and that some buildings have also sustained large cracks due to the force of the earthquake. Families in these affected buildings have been evacuated, while a team of experts has been dispatched to ascertain the damage done to the impacted buildings.
Our Response
CHARIS will continue to monitor the situation as it develops and provide updates on the situation from our various Caritas counterparts. We appeal to our Catholic community for solidarity through prayers to express our love and concern for our brothers and sisters impacted by the earthquake.
In the meantime, should you wish to donate towards these and other humanitarian situations, you can print and complete our downloadable donation form to send a crossed cheque payable to "Humanitarian Aid Fund" to CHARIS at 55 Waterloo Street, #07-02, Catholic Centre Singapore 187954. Please contact Albert Lim at 6337 4119 or info@charis-singapore.org if you have any questions or require any assistance.
