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Disaster response: A snapshot of what's happening in five disaster response hot spots around the globe where your generous support is helping people recover.
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Disaster response in hot spots around the world

Today we’re providing you with a quick snapshot of what’s happening in five hot spots around the globe — where your generous support is helping people cope with and recover from disasters and crisis situations.

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After Japan's earthquake, children and sponsors in the tsunami zone received drawings, cards, and prayers from other sponsored children around the world!
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Prayers for Japan from around the world

After the deadly earthquake and tsunami in Japan, children and sponsors in the tsunami zone received drawings, cards, and prayers from sponsored children in El Salvador, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Mongolia, Kenya, China, and Ethiopia!

A man carries a large canvas bag with items salvaged from the rubble. A blue sky contrasts the devastation around him.
From the Field

2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami: Facts and FAQs

Explore the profound impact of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami that was triggered by a massive undersea earthquake and resulted in nearly 230,000 casualties and widespread destruction. Learn about World Vision’s humanitarian efforts as we led a disaster response, raising over $350 million for relief and rehabilitation lasting more than a decade and spanning across Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, India, and Myanmar.