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Going through one disaster brings up a roller coaster of emotions and it is all the more complicated when dealing with multiple events. Right now, we are experiencing numerous months-long fires out west, an active hurricane season in the Atlantic and Gulf, as well as an increasing number of COVID-19 cases in pockets around the country. We continue to work with different dioceses on relief projects to address these challenges and dangers. Some of our efforts include supplying farmworkers and homeless people with N95 masks and feeding families who are experiencing food insecurity. Please continue to intercede for all of the people who face re-traumatization from repeated disasters. We encourage all church leaders to practice self-care in the best way possible and to remember that recovery is a marathon, not a sprint.
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BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS, JUSTICE AND HOPE DURING DISASTERS
Recently, Lura Steele and Tamara Plummer, Program Officers for our US Disaster Program chatted about disaster trends, preparedness and resiliency. Read along as they share their hope for resilient communities. READ
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RE-FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE 3 R’S OF DISASTERS
Post and during disasters, leaders are making each choice through the lens of mitigating the spread of COVID-19. For those who live outside of the fire and hurricane-impacted areas, read this refresher on what is most helpful to communities during these times.
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A QUICK UPDATE ON HURRICANE LAURA RESPONSE
We are working with the Episcopal dioceses of Texas, Western Louisiana and Louisiana to respond to unmet needs after Hurricane Laura and to address issues caused by COVID-19. In coordination with the affected dioceses in Louisiana, we are working to meet urgent needs by providing gas, food, temporary housing and access to laundry services for people who evacuated the storm to New Orleans or who sheltered-in-place. On the Texas border, we are working with the diocese to provide tarps, toiletries, food and other supplies to families in need. Read about all of our current US responses
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DISASTER RELIEF CREATES LASTING CHANGE IN PUERTO RICO
One of our long-term recovery partners, the Episcopal Diocese of Puerto Rico, is no stranger to responding to layered disasters. In their Hurricane Maria recovery work, they’ve incorporated earthquake and COVID response, all while bolstering resilience throughout the diocese. In this video, diocesan leader Rev. Ana Mendez shares the power of prayer in her everyday work with people who have faced great adversity over the past few years.
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HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS DURING COVID
Flood water can move quickly and is potentially dangerous so it is imperative not to walk, drive or swim in flooded areas. When the power goes out after storms, remember that generators should be used outdoors and away from windows due to potential carbon monoxide buildup. For more tips on staying safe during a hurricane, visit ready.gov/hurricanes.
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WHY PREPARE?
September is National Disaster Preparedness Month. We invite everyone to continue to engage with our #WhyPrepare campaign, which sheds light on the inequalities in disasters. Visit our site to download a household preparedness checklist and a checklist to help when shopping for others. Together, we can work to make this a season of resilience for all!
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