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A powerful earthquake in Morocco has killed more than 800 people, government says

State television showed people clustered in the streets of Marrakech late at night, afraid to go back inside buildings that might still be unstable.

By Claudia Lauer/The Associated Press

After Turkey’s quake, some people left homeless say they haven’t eaten in days

In a camp set up by Turkey’s disaster relief arm, survivors of the quake say they do not have enough food, water, heating or basic amenities to keep themselves alive.

By NPR

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A strong earthquake has killed at least 5 in southern Iran

Rescue teams were deployed near the epicenter, Sayeh Khosh village

By The Associated Press

Updated: 2021-08-18 09:57:23

What we know about the situation in Haiti, 4 days after the massive earthquake

UNICEF estimates roughly 1.2 million people, including 540,000 children, have been impacted by the back-to-back disasters in recent days.

By NPR

At least 304 are dead after a 7.2 magnitude earthquake hits Haiti

The death toll continues to rise after an earthquake in Haiti

By NPR

Midstate-based disaster relief organization renewing efforts in Puerto Rico following earthquakes

Mennonite Disaster Service has been helping people on the island since Hurricane Maria hit the U.S. territory more than two years ago.

By Rachel McDevitt/StateImpact Pennsylvania

Political unrest in Puerto Rico after discovery of unused hurricane aid

Fed up with what they say is rampant corruption, they are demanding the resignation of Gov. Wanda Vázquez.
By NPR

Puerto Rico relief: Trump declares major disaster after series of earthquakes

It is unclear exactly how much money will be made available.
By NPR

After earthquakes, Puerto Rico’s electricity is back on for most, but uncertainty remains

The island has been pummeled by hundreds of earthquakes in recent weeks.
By NPR
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