The Chronicle, 12/15/2005: Donations for Victims of South Asian Earthquake Exceed $50-Million: "Donations for Victims of South Asian Earthquake Exceed $50-Million
By Caroline Preston
Donations to help survivors of the earthquake that struck South Asia in October have topped $50-million, but the pace of giving has slowed even as relief workers prepare for additional challenges in providing aid during the winter months.
The 7.6-magnitude quake killed about 73,000 people and left another 3 million people homeless, many of whom now face freezing temperatures and illnesses brought on by the cold and poor sanitation. Relief groups are struggling to provide food and shelter before winter weather prevents them from reaching the victims."
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