Because you are an IRC supporter, I wanted to share this emergency update.

John, Because you are an IRC supporter, I wanted to share this urgent update from Borry Jatta, the IRC's country director in the Democratic Republic of Congo — where on May 22, the volcano Mount Nyiragongo erupted:

There have been more than 200 tremors in the past two days and for residents of Goma, the impact of the May 22 eruption is not behind them. The earthquakes — as well as the possibility of a new eruption — continue to cause alarm as the risk to their lives and homes persist. With at least 500 homes destroyed, many are sleeping outside, out of fear of buildings collapsing due to cracks. Widespread fear has led more residents to flee the city — in addition to the 30,000 people who left after the eruption last weekend. Families have been separated and more than 170 children are still feared missing.

John: The situation remains highly unpredictable — and right now, the IRC is preparing an emergency response to meet the escalating needs. Please, can you rush an emergency relief donation today to help us reach more families affected by humanitarian crises and natural disasters, like the volcanic eruption in the Democratic Republic of Congo?   John, you can rush your gift by using this link: https://help.rescue.org/donate/emergency-relief   The IRC has been working in the Democratic Republic of Congo since 1996, providing emergency assistance and humanitarian aid to those affected by violence and uprooted from their homes. As the country struggles to recover from decades of conflict and widespread disease, the IRC is providing emergency health care, shelter, water, sanitation, and supplies to hundreds of thousands of people in eastern and central Congo. This is urgent, John. An eruption of Mount Nyiragongo in 2002 killed more than 250 people and left 120,000 homeless. We need your support right now to help us respond to emergencies in the toughest places on earth. Please rush your emergency donation by using this link: https://help.rescue.org/donate/emergency-relief Thank you in advance for your support and compassion, Andrea Kost International Rescue Committee

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