EMERGENCY IN MEXICO

On September 7, 2017, an 8.2 earthquake struck the States of Oxacana and Chipas in Mexico.
The most powerful earthquake in thirty years, it was followed by two secondary tremors in the south of the country on 19 and 23 September, causing the death of 500 people and leaving thousands of residents homeless.

Particularly vulnerable to seismic phenomena, Mexico is located at only 60 km above one of the Pacific Ocean microplates. In 1985, an earthquake which was similar to the one on 7 September killed over 10,000.



The project Chul’ ix im association which works to provide food empowerment to the San Jorge community in Chiapas, was mobilized to assist the 200 families of the Quintana Roo village, which is close to the epicenter of the first earthquake. Food and first aid equipment were distributed to respond to the most urgent needs. In agreement with the representatives of this community, it is now essential to provide sheet metal and other materials to assist in the reconstruction and provide homes to the most deprived persons.   Our engagement In 2017, our commitment totaled 1,500 €
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