Earthquake in Haiti

A 7.0 earthquake hit the nation of Haiti on Tuesday 12 January. Haiti is the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere with 80% of the population living in poverty. Oxfam is responding to the immediate needs of those affected by the devastating quake but we're now also focused on providing Haitians with the tools and assistance required to rebuild their country.

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Cold threatens typhoon survivors in Laos

Typhoon Ketsana hit southern Laos in September 2009, causing flooding, strong winds and heavy rainfall. Oxfam focused on providing access to safe water, emergency food supplies and livelihoods support. Now, months later the onset of the colder weather presents a threat to the most vulnerable survivors. Oxfam is providing blankets and jackets to help ward off the cold.

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Two earthquakes in Solomon Islands

On Monday 4 January two large earthquakes occurred in Western Province, generating a tsunami and a number of landslides. Initial assessments estimate that about 2,000 people are homeless and 500 homes destroyed as a result. Oxfam is assisting with the emergency response by supplying tarpaulins and rope for shelter.

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Cholera outbreak in Papua New Guinea

The continuing spread of cholera in the Sepik region has meant that Oxfam's resources are desperately stretched, so we're calling on support from governments, both national and international, to help tackle the disease. Two thousand people have been affected and 50 killed as a result of the outbreak. Oxfam recognises that there is a great need to improve access to clean water and sanitation services – as cholera is a water-borne disease – in order to curb the spread.  We're now focusing on long-term solutions to the water and sanitation problems in the region and tackling the root causes of the outbreak.

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Crisis in Sudan

Fears are rising that major conflict could return to southern Sudan. A combination of rising violence, chronic poverty and political tensions have left the peace deal on the brink of collapse according to Oxfam report Rescuing the Peace in Southern Sudan. In 2009 around 2,500 people were killed and 350,000 fled their homes, which is a greater death toll than Darfur. Urgent international action is needed.

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Sumatra (Indonesia) earthquake

A devastating 7.6 magnitude earthquake hit the island of Sumatra, Indonesia on Wednesday 30 September. More than 1,000 people are dead and infrastructure was severely damaged. Oxfam urgently supplied clean water and shelter, and focused on accessing those who've been affected in more remote areas. Our emergency response is continuing and we need your help.

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Samoa tsunami

A tsunami hit Samoa early on Wednesday 30 September, after an 8.3 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast. One per cent of the population was wiped out by the tragedy and one out of every six people were seriously affected in some way. Oxfam freighted in water to Samoa, and is now also working to access isolated communities, to distribute sleeping bags, food and water supplies. Beyond emergency assistance, we are helping people to rebuild their lives.

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Flooding in the Philippines

In September 2009, Typhoon Ketsana devastated parts of the capital Manila. The storm then ripped through Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. Another typhoon hit the Philippines just over a week later, causing flooding and landslides in the northern part of the main island. The storms in the Philippines have affected over three million people. We're supporting the worst-affected families with clean water, blankets, soap and cleaning equipment.

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Flooding in India

In July 2009, days of heavy rain and flash flooding in southern India left up to 2.5 million people homeless, and at least 280 people dead. The government and local organisations mounted a coordinated response to the disaster – thousands of camps have been set up to shelter those affected. Oxfam is closely monitoring the situation and humanitarian staff are assessing what response, if any, may be required.

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Pakistan crisis

Two million people are now displaced in Pakistan, as fighting between soldiers and armed groups escalates. Oxfam is providing hygiene and healthcare for shocked and exhausted families living in temporary camps.

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Sri Lanka conflict

The end of fighting between the government forces and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has caused another influx of people into temporary camps. Oxfam has expanded its emergency response to provide water and sanitation for over 100,000 traumatised and exhausted people caught in the conflict.

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Zimbabwe crisis

As the wet season begins in Zimbabwe, the threat of another cholera outbreak is looming. Oxfam is responding to this with a water and sanitation program throughout the country.

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Africa food crisis

Millions of people in Africa are facing starvation in a crisis driven by drought, conflict, and rising global food prices.

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Timor Leste: After the violence

While the violence in Timor-Leste has subsided, the humanitarian crisis remains. Oxfam is providing humanitarian assistance in camps in Dili and supporting local partners in surrounding districts.

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