Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria devastated the region more than one month ago. A UNICEF representative shares how you can help the relief efforts.
It's been more than one month since catastrophic earthquakes hit Turkey and Syria, killing almost 50,000 people and leaving 850,000 children homeless.
The humanitarian need is larger than ever. Families need water, first aid, health care and educational supplies."The situation is utterly catastrophic," English said. English said that the earthquakes were only the latest catastrophes those children and families are facing, as Wednesday marks 12 years of conflict in Syria.
In addition to providing disaster relief, UNICEF is fighting cholera in Syria. English said that the nonprofit is providing vaccines and safe drinking water to help prevent the disease.
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