Dear John,
In our previous newsletter, we discussed the deadly threat posed by landmines and unexploded ordnance to civilians around the world, with a focus on Myanmar, a country that has been embroiled in armed conflict for years.
On 28 March, a devastating earthquake struck Myanmar, causing massive destruction and indescribable suffering and leaving many people homeless and displaced to areas where unexploded ordnance may be present.
Our reaction to this disaster was immediate. In the first hours, we were able to provide medical supplies to treat 10,000 people, filters to purify drinking water, and services to help people contact their loved ones. In parallel, together with the Myanmar Red Cross and our local partners, we intensified our efforts to raise awareness about the risks associated with unexploded ordnance.
This is just the beginning of a more extensive humanitarian response: many people will continue to need support in the weeks and months ahead.
Yet this is just the beginning of a more extensive humanitarian response: many people will continue to need support in the weeks and months ahead.
See our colleague describe the situation on the ground:
