Tag: disaster relief
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Myanmar Earthquake
Myanmar experienced a 7.7-magnitude earthquake, the most powerful to hit the country since 1946. The effects were felt across Southeast Asia. More than 2,000 people have died, with many more casualties feared and thousands more injured or trapped. Thousands of homes have been damaged or destroyed. Please pray for safety, healing, and the hope of…
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Christmas for North Carolina
Hurricane Helene brought unprecedented destruction to the East Coast. SBDR has responded to these events from the onset and still continue to serve, even after the media attention has ceased. MWBC had teams serve in Augusta, GA, utilizing our chain saw units to remove large trees from houses and yards. Our presence there lasted 5…
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Hurricane Helene Response
Response update: October 2, 2024, 12:00 p.m.The full scope of devastation from Hurricane Helene is being realized as the floodwaters recede. At least 150 deaths have been confirmed, and millions are still without power. The impact is widespread across multiple states in the Southeast. Southern Baptist Disaster Relief (SBDR) teams are rapidly deploying to serve…