Are major Japan and Ecuador earthquakes related? | KIRO-TV

Are major Japan and Ecuador earthquakes related? | KIRO-TV: "The devastating magnitude-7.8 earthquake in Ecuador came nearly a day after Japan’s twin earthquakes last week, both measuring over 6.5 magnitudes.
 
A magnitude-6.9 quake hit Myanmar on Wednesday.
 
Hundreds of lives were lost in the disasters.
 
What feels like an ongoing series of quakes might make you ask why so many big quakes have been reported recently.
 
Generally, seismic experts said you should not be alarmed by the number of destructive quakes in the last few days."



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Japan quake relief work continues amid aftershocks - BBC News

Japan quake relief work continues amid aftershocks - BBC News: "Relief efforts are continuing in southern Japan amid hundreds of aftershocks after two deadly quakes.
At least 100,000 people are still thought to be living in emergency accommodation, some living in their cars enduring cold temperatures.
The US military has joined tens of thousands of Japanese troops and emergency services personnel in the relief effort."



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Japan Earthquake Update: 250,000 People To Leave Homes Amid Further Quake Fears While Economic Impact Spreads

Japan Earthquake Update: 250,000 People To Leave Homes Amid Further Quake Fears While Economic Impact Spreads: "Nearly 25,000 people have been urged to leave their homes amid fears of more earthquakes in Japan after two quakes struck on Thursday and Friday, leaving 42 people dead, an aid agency told BBC. A series of earthquakes measuring up to magnitude 7.3 struck southwestern manufacturing hub of Kumamoto, leading several firms to suspend operations fearing damages. 

Japanese Red Cross Society's advisor Naoki Kokawa told BBC Monday that more medical teams were being dispatched to evacuation centers while rescuers continue to search the rubble for survivors. Police told local media that 11 people were reported missing while more than 1,000 people were injured."



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Ecuador earthquake: how you can help | SBS News

Ecuador earthquake: how you can help | SBS News: "More than 240 people have been killed in a devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck the coast of Ecuador on Sunday and many people are still trapped.

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies have already deployed more than 800 volunteers and staff members to the affected areas to help in the rescue and search operations.

They are also working to provide psychosocial support and first aid, while the Ecuador Red Cross has mobilised hospital units and health teams."



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Did This New Nonprofit Crack The Code For Building Developing World Housing? | Co.Exist | ideas + impact

Did This New Nonprofit Crack The Code For Building Developing World Housing? | Co.Exist | ideas + impact: "Last June, a brand-new nonprofit set a giant goal: Over the summer, they would crowdfund enough money to build an entire neighborhood—100 homes—for earthquake victims in Haiti. They raised the money in 90 days, and by this March ended up building 151 homes, where more than 1,200 people now live."



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Ecuador earthquake: Death toll jumps as search continues - BBC News

Ecuador earthquake: Death toll jumps as search continues - BBC News:



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Ecuador earthquake: Rush to find more victims - CNN.com

Ecuador earthquake: Rush to find more victims - CNN.com:



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UK Community Foundations raise £14.6m for flood recovery appeal

UK Community Foundations raise £14.6m for flood recovery appeal: "The UK Community Foundations Winter Flood Recovery Appeal has raised over £14.6m for areas of Northern England and Scotland affected by the winter floods in 2015/16.
In a statement released today, UKCF confirmed that it had reached the £14.6m milestone following confirmation from the government that it would match the funding pound for pound."



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How Philanthropists And Nonprofits Are Working On The Refugee Crisis - Forbes

How Philanthropists And Nonprofits Are Working On The Refugee Crisis - Forbes: "How Philanthropists And Nonprofits Are Working On The Refugee Crisis"



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Cyclone Winston Leaves Tens Of Thousands Homeless In Fiji

Cyclone Winston Leaves Tens Of Thousands Homeless In Fiji: "Tens of thousands of Fijians remain homeless and living in evacuation shelters in the aftermath of a devastating cyclone at the weekend, officials said on Thursday, as aid began trickling in to the outer reaches of the South Pacific archipelago."



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Australia, New Zealand deploy amphibious ships on relief mission to Fiji | IHS Jane's 360

Australia, New Zealand deploy amphibious ships on relief mission to Fiji | IHS Jane's 360: "Australia has deployed its Canberra-class amphibious ship on a HADR mission for the first time
Mission will prove out the Canberra class' humanitarian assistance and disaster relief capabilities
The Royal Australian Navy (RAN) has deployed the first-of-class amphibious assault ship HMAS Canberra (L 02) to support relief efforts in Fiji after the country was struck by a tropical cyclone on 20 February."



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Singapore Red Cross commits S$70,000 worth in aid to Fiji cyclone victims - Channel NewsAsia

Singapore Red Cross commits S$70,000 worth in aid to Fiji cyclone victims - Channel NewsAsia: "SINGAPORE: The Singapore Red Cross (SRC) announced on Friday (Feb 26) that it will distribute US$50,000 (S$70,000) in relief items such as tarpaulin sheets, shelters and hygiene kits to Fiji communities affected by Cyclone Winston. 

The category-five super storm last weekend left tens of thousands of Fijians homeless, and killed at least 44. 

“We are working closely with the international Red Cross Movement and our partners on-ground to ascertain the immediate to mid-term needs," said SRC Secretary General and Chief Executive Officer Benjamin William."



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New Zealand city marks 5 years since quake that killed 185 - Houston Chronicle

New Zealand city marks 5 years since quake that killed 185 - Houston Chronicle: " A service to commemorate the fifth anniversary of a deadly earthquake in the New Zealand city of Christchurch turned ugly Monday when someone threw goop over the government minister responsible for quake recovery efforts.


Hundreds of people attended the botanical gardens service in New Zealand's second-largest city to memorialize the magnitude-6.1 quake that killed 185 people on Feb 22, 2011."



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Search for life continues at Taiwan complex toppled by quake | The Japan Times

Search for life continues at Taiwan complex toppled by quake | The Japan Times: "TAINAN, TAIWAN – Rescuers using cranes, dogs and electronic devices searched for survivors Tuesday in a high-rise apartment complex in southern Taiwan that was toppled by a powerful earthquake.

The death toll in Saturday’s disaster stood at 40, while 320 people had been rescued, the Tainan city government said on its official website.

More than 100 people are missing and likely buried in debris. The tragedy struck as families gathered to mark the most important holiday in the Chinese calendar — the Lunar New Year."



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Yulon & Acer Donate US$330,000 toward Taiwan Earthquake Recovery Efforts | Nonprofit Quarterly

Yulon & Acer Donate US$330,000 toward Taiwan Earthquake Recovery Efforts | Nonprofit Quarterly: "The Yulon Group, Taiwan’s largest automaker, pledged on Saturday to donate NT$10 million (US$300,000) toward recovery and rescue efforts following a major earthquake which hit the island earlier in the morning.

The 6.4 magnitude quake occurred at 03:57am local time, with its epicenter 43 km southeast of Tainan and 23 km below the surface, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). "



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Can bicyclists provide better disaster relief? - StarTribune.com

Can bicyclists provide better disaster relief? - StarTribune.com: "TEXT SIZE
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Tuesday’s big snowfall in the Twin Cities has left local streets less passable, and that will add an extra challenge for bicyclists participating in a disaster relief trial designed to show how bicycles can be used to reach victims when traditional response vehicles can’t get through."



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New ‘Playbook’ Helps Foundations and Nonprofits Respond to Disasters - The Chronicle of Philanthropy

New ‘Playbook’ Helps Foundations and Nonprofits Respond to Disasters - The Chronicle of Philanthropy: "he Washington-based Center for Disaster Philanthropy, in conjunction with the Council of New Jersey Grantmakers, released on Thursday the Disaster Philanthropy Playbook, a resource of best practices and approaches for charities faced with responding to catastrophes.

It includes information on community planning, rebuilding, legal services, housing, aiding vulnerable populations, and coordinating across local, state, and federal agencies."



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Swedish solutions within disaster relief in Thailand – Scandasia

Swedish solutions within disaster relief in Thailand – Scandasia: "‘Disaster relief solutions in Asia’ was in focus as Business Sweden and the Embassy of Sweden, Bangkok, arranged a private sector partnership workshop and matchmaking event on 1 December 2015.

Supported by the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) ’Working with business to strengthen disaster preparedness and response in Thailand and Asia-Pacific’ was in focus as a delegation of Swedish SMEs offering a wide range of niche products  attended."



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Land Rover raise £400,000 for charities with special edition auction | Cars | Life & Style | Daily Express

Land Rover raise £400,000 for charities with special edition auction | Cars | Life & Style | Daily Express: "The proceeds from the car’s sale will be donated to Land Rover’s humanitarian and conservation partners: the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), who will use the money to help communities in South-East Nepal to improve how they tackle natural disasters."



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Key Findings | Center for Disaster Philanthropy

Key Findings | Center for Disaster Philanthropy: "Jointly produced by Foundation Center and the Center for Disaster Philanthropy, Measuring the State of Disaster Philanthropy 2015: Data to Drive Decisions analyzes funding trends for disasters and humanitarian crises in 2013. In addition to examining U.S. foundation funding, this second annual report integrates other disaster-related funding data, including bilateral and multilateral aid, corporate giving, and online giving, to paint a more detailed picture of how institutional philanthropy is situated within the broader disaster funding landscape."



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