The devastating earthquakes that shocked Turkey-Syria have left behind a sordid story of destruction. With tens of thousands dead and many more injured, the earthquakes witnessed several thousands of buildings collapse. These also included many residential complexes, as a result, a staggering number of people have now been left homeless and have to deal with the extreme weather as well. Offering them aid, Qatar plans to send 10,000 mobile homes to Turkey’s affected areas.
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Qatar Plans To Send 10,000 Mobile Homes To Turkey
As mentioned above, many people have now been left homeless in the wake of the destructive earthquakes. In fact, according to the latest reports, the death toll has surpassed 40,000! Offering aid, Qatar plans to send 10,000 cabins and caravans to provide shelter to the survivors of these earthquakes. These mobile homes were built last year to accommodate some of the 1.4 million fans, who travelled to the country during the 2022 World Cup tournament. The gas-rich Gulf nation had always planned to donate these mobile homes.
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350 Structures Have Already Been Shipped
Since shelters filled up within days after earthquakes, many people who couldn’t make it in time have since been forced to sleep outside in the damp, wintry weather. As it happens, Qatar had already shipped an initial batch of 350 structures on Sunday.
Besides Qatar, other Gulf nations are also pitching in to offer help. The United Arab Emirates has pledged a hundred million dollars for relief efforts and Saudi Arabia has also dispatched eight planes loaded with supplies to Turkey and Syria. In fact, the eight Saudi flights have already landed in Aleppo, which is held by the government in northern Syria.
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The Situation Continues To Remain Grim
Even though agencies and governments or stepping up efforts to help survivors in Turkey and Syria, many still await aid. For instance, it is particularly difficult in Syria where the 12-year civil war is complicating relief efforts. As the temperature at night plunges to minus 4 degrees Celsius, several families are left without a proper tent. However, even as there is a shortage of tents, the Gulf News reported a woman admitting that the town has a surplus of donated bread and water.
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