Padang rescue efforts turn to remote hills Oct 7, 2009
Food and emergency supplies are being airlifted to remote areas cut off by landslides. The search for survivors was halted on Monday - five days after the 7. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
The nation's weather Oct 6, 2009
A typhoon is bearing down on the Northern Mariana Islands, leading some airlines to cancel flights and residents to stock up on emergency supplies. Melor is now a category 4 typhoon expected to pass over the islands Saturday night. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Heavy rain hampers rescuers in Padang Oct 6, 2009
Australia has sent more than 60 personnel and specialists to the region, as well as medical and other emergency supplies. HMAS Kanimbla, which left Sydney on Saturday, will provide Australia's long-term back-up to the area. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
What are some good some good winter driving tips for Klamath drivers? Oct 6, 2009
Put in more emergency supplies ... Put in more emergency supplies. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Fifth Australian dies in Samoa Oct 5, 2009
A chartered flight carrying emergency supplies was due to arrive yesterday. Supplies, including marquees, generators and hurricane lamps, have been flown in and transported to a French frigate and were due to be delivered to the island of Niuatoputapu this morning. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Hundreds missing after Indonesia quakes Oct 5, 2009
"After an earthquake of this size, we know the immediate needs are going to be getting safe water, food and emergency supplies to the survivors. The question now is: How bad is it? We're hoping for the best, but the information so far is not looking good.". Amelia Merrick, the operations director for World Vision Indonesia, described the situation as "quite devastating.". (CNN -- World)
Teenager Buried By Quake Rescued 40 Hours Later Oct 5, 2009
Medical teams, search dogs, backhoes and emergency supplies, some of it given by other countries, were flown into Sumatra on Friday after Indonesia issued an appeal for international help. "Please be patient," Indonesia's President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono told the crowd of people whose relatives are missing, assuring them that the government was doing everything in its power to save lives. (W-USA News, DC)
Trapped Quake Survivor Texts Oct 4, 2009
Military and commercial planes shuttled in tons of emergency supplies, although rural areas remained cut off due to landslides that reportedly crushed several villages and killed nearly 300 people. While the damage was most severe around Padang, an Associated Press reporter saw virtually no remaining structures in the rural, hilly district of Pariaman, a community of about 370,000 about 50 miles to the north. (Fox News)
Two women found alive in quake's rubble (35) Oct 4, 2009
Medical teams, search dogs, backhoes and emergency supplies, some of it given by other countries, were flown into Sumatra on Friday after Indonesia issued an appeal for international help. Please be patient, Indonesia s President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono told the crowd of people whose relatives are missing, assuring them that the government was doing everything in its power to save lives. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Officials: Quake Wiped Out Entire Villages Oct 4, 2009
Military and commercial planes shuttled in tons of emergency supplies. Millions of dollars in aid and financial assistance came from Australia, Britain, China, Denmark, the European Union, Germany, Japan, Malaysia, the Netherlands, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland and the United States, Indonesian officials said. (CBS News)
Australia aids tsunami-hit Tongan island Oct 3, 2009
The emergency supplies are being sent to the Tongan capital of Nuku'alofa, where they'll be loaded onto a French ship sailing to Niuatoputapu on Saturday. All of Niuatoputapu's water storage tanks were destroyed when the tsunami struck. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Rescuers head for Indonesia, UN waits for official food request Oct 3, 2009
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Padang Relief Fund set up to help quake victims Oct 3, 2009
Nazir said he would ensure the donations would be deployed in the most effective way to help the victims either by using the money to buy immediate emergency supplies or for construction work. We urge the public here and in other South-East Asian countries to help, he said. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Survivors of Indonesian quake found Oct 3, 2009
Military and commercial planes shuttled in tons of emergency supplies, although rural areas remained cut off from help because of landslides that reportedly crushed several villages and killed nearly 300 people. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Surviving the Padang Quake: 'Disasters Are Following Us' Oct 3, 2009
The Indonesian government has committed about $10 million to the relief effort; even the Vice President's jet was commandeered to fly in emergency supplies. More than a dozen other governments have also offered aid, including an immediate pledge of $3. (Time.com)
Indonesia: 3,000 People Still Trapped in Quake Rubble Oct 3, 2009
Medical teams, search dogs, backhoes and emergency supplies, some of it given by other countries, were flown into Sumatra on Friday after Indonesia issued an appeal for international help. (CBS)Survivors of the quake now have to struggle with the city's crumpled infrastructure, CBS News correspondent Celia Hatton reports. (CBS News)
Northern Marianas brace for Typhoon Melor; storm warning for Guam canceled Oct 3, 2009
Some airlines canceled flights in the Northern Marianas as residents stocked up on emergency supplies as the typhoon headed their way. The government has opened six shelters on Saipan and one on Tinian. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Survivors of Indonesian quake found; 3,000 missing Oct 3, 2009
Military and commercial planes shuttled in tons of emergency supplies, although rural areas remained cut off from help due to landslides that reportedly crushed several villages and killed nearly 300 people. Swiss teams sent in dogs to help locate anyone who may still be alive, but by nightfall had not found anyone alive. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Aid flows in to quake-hit Sumatra Oct 3, 2009
Australia, Russia, the UK and the EU are among those sending emergency supplies, medics and rescue teams. Witnesses in Padang report a stench of decomposing bodies hanging over collapsed buildings as rescuers battle to reach survivors. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Flying out to lend a hand Oct 2, 2009
A giant C-17 military transport plane and a C-130 Hercules transport left yesterday with more medical and rescue teams and 20 tonnes of emergency supplies, including tents, blankets, buckets, jerrycans and water purification tablets. The supply ship, HMAS Success, is expected to arrive in Samoa on October 11. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Samoa tsunami lesson: Early warning system too slow Oct 2, 2009
Both countries have sent military planes carrying medical and emergency supplies, while the United States has dispatched two disaster recovery teams to American Samoa. From white beaches to wreckage. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
UK rescue team flies to Indonesia Oct 2, 2009
Page last updated at 04:18 GMT, Friday, 2 October 2009 05:18 UK. Relief efforts will aim to deliver clean water supplies and shelter. (BBC News -- UK)
Isle workers, supplies aid tsunami victims Oct 2, 2009
Emergency supplies from Hawaii are due to be distributed this morning in Pago Pago and the village of Leone in the aftermath of a cataclysmic tsunami ... Emergency supplies from Hawaii are due to be distributed this morning in Pago Pago and the village of Leone in the aftermath of a cataclysmic tsunami. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
More than 114 dead in Pacific tsunami Oct 1, 2009
New Zealand is among several countries offering Samoa aid, and has sent an Air force Hercules carrying emergency supplies and medical staff. The navy vessel HMNZS Canterbury is being prepared to carry other supplies. (People's Daily Online, China)
The fatal shore Oct 1, 2009
Search brisbanetimes. DAMIEN MURPHY, TOM ALLARD AND MALCOLM BROWN. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Navy ship adds to relief efforts for Samoans Oct 1, 2009
left Tuesday night carrying emergency supplies and the governor of American Samoa, Togiola Tulafono ... left Tuesday night carrying emergency supplies and the governor of American Samoa, Togiola Tulafono. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Australian baby boy claimed by Samoan tsunami Oct 1, 2009
Not much happens overnight in these situations in terms of search and rescue," she told The Age. A chartered aircraft departed Brisbane earlier today carrying 25 Australian officials from foreign affairs, AusAID, defence and Emergency Management Authority plus doctors, Foreign Minister Stephen Smith said. A RAAF C-130 carrying medical and emergency supplies will arrive later today. Another was on stand-by. There are also fears today of a major disaster unfolding on the Indonesian island of... (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Tsunami threat an important reminder (1753) Oct 1, 2009
The governor was to board one of two Coast Guard planes Tuesday night that will ferry emergency supplies to American Samoa. Hawaiian Airlines announced it intended to operate its next flight from Honolulu to American Samoa on Thursday evening as scheduled, pending confirmation of conditions at Pago Pago International Airport. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Mercy flights on way from Australia Oct 1, 2009
AIRCRAFT carrying medical teams, disaster specialists and emergency supplies are due to leave for Samoa this morning as authorities hold grave fears for a number of missing Australians. A chartered aircraft was due to leave Brisbane this morning with medical, police and official personnel, and an RAAF C-130 Hercules with humanitarian supplies was due to leave Richmond. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Tongan survivors seek urgent medical aid Oct 1, 2009
However, another flight, also on Thursday, was able to land while a patrol boat headed to Niuatoputapu with emergency supplies and personnel, including a medical team that could perform emergency surgery. Tonga has asked if a French frigate, due in the capital Nuku'alofa on a goodwill visit on Friday, will be able to sail to Niuatoputapu with more emergency supplies, the statement said ... They were carrying emergency supplies, medical teams, tents and food. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
When two plates collide: rupture set off wave Oct 1, 2009
AIRCRAFT carrying medical teams, disaster specialists and emergency supplies are due to leave for Samoa this morning as authorities hold grave fears for a number of missing A 00002FC2 ustralians. CHRISTCHURCH: After learning that 30 family members are dead or missing in Samoa, Faletolu Senara Tiatia is facing the ''worst nightmare'' of his life. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
In Indonesia, A City's Worst Fears Come to Pass Oct 1, 2009
The Indonesian government has committed around $10 million to the relief effort, with even the Vice-President's jet commandeered to fly in emergency supplies. Aftershocks continued to jolt the region in the day after the quake, with one measuring 6. (Time.com)
Samoan clean-up begins Oct 1, 2009
As emergency supplies arrived, villagers chanced across the body of a missing woman and her baby granddaughter dumped in a bush by the water's terrifying force. No, no, no time. (iAfrica.com)
Four Australians dead in tsunami Oct 1, 2009
"Six Australians have had their safety and welfare confirmed this morning,'' a DFAT spokeswoman said. Six more are injured and in hospital. An unidentified number of Australians received minor injuries in the disaster. The devastation caused by the earthquake-generated tsunami is seen on the south coast of Western Samoa in this aerial handout photograph. Photo: Reuters ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Australians with concerns for family or... (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Musher from Alaska delivered at Big Creek Sep 30, 2009
Dwyer was a musher from Alaska who delivered mail, library books, medicine and emergency supplies from Huntington Lake to 500 men working on Edison's Big Creek project during the winter for several years starting in 1920. The sign on the Kaiser Pass summit reads, "Whiskey, Babe and Trim of Jerry Dwyer's Dog Team, 1920-1925.". (Fresno Bee)
American Samoa governor says tsunami death toll could rise Sep 30, 2009
He said he will return home later Tuesday aboard a plane carrying emergency supplies ... He said he will return home later Tuesday aboard a plane carrying emergency supplies. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Oxfam launches East Africa appeal Sep 30, 2009
A spokesman for the UK Department for International Development says that they too are gravely concerned and ready to provide emergency supplies as necessary. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Africa)
Hawaii Spared Effects Of Deadly Tsunami Sep 30, 2009
The governor is to board one of two Coast Guard planes Tuesday night that will ferry emergency supplies to American Samoa. A half-dozen Honolulu pastors who have Samoan congregants were communicating with each other through e-mail and texting, said Taacao Alualu, pastor of the Solid Rock Fellowship Assembly of God. (Click2Houston, TX)
Guide to Hiking in Taman Negara Sep 24, 2009
Emergency supplies: flash light, cell phone, and a first aid kit. It is highly unlikely that any serious mishaps will happen, but be like the boy scouts and come prepared just in case. (Suite101.com)
Cohasset prepared for emergencies Sep 23, 2009
Emergency supplies will be kept in one place for easy accessibility. Emergency management also has an enclosed trailer in which supplies can be transported. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Symptoms and prevention of the H1N1 flu Sep 17, 2009
Stock up on household, health, and emergency supplies, such as water, Tylenol, non-perishable foods. Take Action to Stay Healthy. (Laurel Outlook, MT)
Flash floods hit Indonesian village, 25 missing Sep 15, 2009
Emergency supplies were to be delivered to around 200 families sheltering at government offices and other buildings in the area, some 780 miles (1,250 kilometers) northwest of the capital of Jakarta. Seasonal downpours cause annual flash flooding in Indonesia, a vast archipelago of 17,000 islands where millions of people live in mountainous areas or near fertile flood plains. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Children need urgent help - UNICEF Sep 10, 2009
Emergency suppliesOn 4 September, 3 ... Other emergency supplies including water filters, jerry cans, blankets and soap have been distributed. (AlertNet)
Sudan: WHO Warns of Epidemics in Conflict Areas of South Sep 10, 2009
"Local churches have asked for emergency supplies of food, safe drinking water and medicines. "The severe shortage of food may lead to malnutrition in children and pregnant women. Many healthcare workers were among the displaced, and very few health facilities are operational. (allAfrica.com)
Alpine Haus fire aftermath Sep 5, 2009
Additionally, the residents, many of whom have special needs, had no way of obtaining emergency supplies of their medications. Thankfully, several local pharmacies distributed medications following the fire. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
World Vision aid reaches survivors Sep 4, 2009
The distribution of the emergency supplies started today. "This earthquake damaged and destroyed thousands of children's homes," said Jimmy Nadapdap, WV Indonesia's HEA-Relief Director. (AlertNet)
PERRY/Katrina recovery Sep 3, 2009
Gov. Haley Barbour and MEMA opened a processing warehouse where emergency supplies were received and distributed to shelters and relief centers. As truck loads of water and supplies rolled into Mississippi, groups dispatched pickup trucks and trailers through checkpoints to help Mississippians in dire need. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Disaster Restoration Specialists Stress the Importance of Hurricane Preparedness Sep 2, 2009
STOCK EMERGENCY SUPPLIES. These items include the following. (PR Newswire)
Peak Northern New England Fall Foli... Sep 2, 2009
Autumn hiking in the White Mountains is spectacular, but the dangerously, famously unsettled weather means taking extra clothing and emergency supplies, and hiking with at least a small group. Or stay low: The Pemigawasset Wilderness has countless miles of forested trails that meander past creeks and waterfalls. (Suite101.com)
Staying one step ahead of storms Aug 30, 2009
Number of trucks with emergency supplies dispatched to Home Depot stores before and after Hurricane Ike. 35. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Pedestrian/Bicycle Path Debuts on Benicia-Martinez Bridge Aug 30, 2009
The Interstate 680 corridor has been designated as a primary route for transporting emergency supplies into the Bay Area after a major earthquake. SOURCE Bay Area Toll Authority. (PR Newswire)
Thousands of snags remain from hurricanes Aug 29, 2009
The list of volunteers includes Carlisle Mayor Kirk Wilson, who worked with the American Red Cross to assess property damage and coordinate and distribute emergency supplies, as well as shelter efforts for the people in many of the effected areas. The mayor also helped launch donation efforts that rose close to $7,000 and collected 11 tons of supplies from across central Pennsylvania, filling a tractor-trailer with everything from appliances to clothes and other necessities. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Taiwan president faces anger about storm response Aug 25, 2009
Even Ma's decision to accept emergency supplies from the United States, Taiwan's staunchest ally, produced hand-wringing among those who questioned why military insignia on American helicopters were masked ... Even Ma's decision to accept emergency supplies from the United States, Taiwan's staunchest ally, produced hand-wringing among those who questioned why military insignia on American helicopters were masked. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Hurricane Bill hits N.E. coast with a bang Aug 23, 2009
With meteorologists projecting an offshore course, officials were optimistic that Bill would cause minimal damage in New England, even as they cautioned boaters and beachgoers and readied emergency supplies and personnel along the Cape and islands. Swimmers should stay out of the water this weekend, and boaters should use extreme caution, Governor Deval Patrick said in a prepared statement. (Boston Globe)
UPDATE 2-Hurricane Bill to regain strength, Bermuda readies Aug 21, 2009
Bermudians were stocking up on emergency supplies and some home supplies stores on the Atlantic island said they had already sold out of bottled water and large flashlights as people prepared for possible power outages. "Everyone is calm but trade has been brisk. I think everyone is taking heed. People have learned to be prepared," said Eddie Lindo, sales manager of the Masters store. (Scientific American)
United Way gives $16,500 to 11 agencies Aug 19, 2009
for emergency supplies; generators, blankets, cots for adults who are developmentally disabled. for survival aid; snacks, beverages, medical supplies, blankets and hygiene supplies to homeless youth. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Few buy supplies in advance of storms Aug 18, 2009
The sudden appearance of storms sparked heavy media coverage, but did not stir many local residents to stock up on emergency supplies, several store managers said Monday. "We do have supplies . . . we have not seen a big rush," said Stacy Riley, manager of Home Depot in Palm Coast. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Storm hits Florida as first Atlantic hurricane gathers power Aug 18, 2009
Residents stayed indoors in the face of pouring rain and choppy seas, but there was no massive stocking up of food or other emergency supplies, according to local media reports. The Hurricane Centre said Claudette - the first storm to make landfall this year - packed sustained winds of 65 kilometres and moved inland at the Florida-Alabama border at about 20km/h. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
* MORAKOT: THE AFTERMATH: Emergency aid pours in from abroad Aug 17, 2009
China Airlines also airlifted a shipment of emergency supplies donated by Australia to Taipei early yesterday free of charge. The supplies include 200,000 water purification tablets, 5,040 large buckets for treating water and for general household use, 100 sanitizer spray packs that hold disinfectant, and repellent to spray around buildings for disease prevention. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Tropical Storm Claudette hits Florida, Bill strengthens in Atlantic Aug 17, 2009
" Residents tried to kept inside in the face of choppy seas and pouring rain, but there was no massive stocking up of food or other emergency supplies, according to local media reports. The US National Hurricane Center (NHC) in Miami said Claudette - the first storm to make landfall this Atlantic hurricane season - packed sustained winds of 50 miles (85 kilometres) and moved inland near the Florida-Alabama border at about 12 miles per hour (19 kmh). The storm hit dry land "near the eastern end... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Tokyo Residents Stock Up on Disaster Kits as Quakes Revive `Big One' Angst Aug 15, 2009
Tanaka said her family house has some emergency supplies and theyre planning to stock up on more, including easy-to- carry water bottles. Fault Lines. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
* MORAKOT: THE AFTERMATH: Volunteers flock to join relief efforts Aug 12, 2009
A group of villagers who needed medical attention wait in a field to board a helicopter yesterday after it brought emergency supplies for the community in Taiho, Meishan Township, Chiayi County, where roads have been cut off by landslides. PHOTO: CNA. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Taiwan)
Hurricane weakens slightly Aug 10, 2009
Those who were working this week and couldn't stock up with emergency supplies, made up for lost time today ... "It's never too late to get your emergency supplies." ... Those who were working this week and couldn't stock up with emergency supplies, made up for lost time today. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Felicia's approach has residents on alert Aug 7, 2009
Stores report some increases in purchases of emergency supplies. POSTED: 01:30 a.m. HST, Aug 06, 2009. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Top 10 Weatherman vs. Hurricanes Battles Aug 3, 2009
Hurricane season is a time to board up the house, gather emergency supplies, and gear up to watch meteorologists do ill-advised live reporting. More Stories. (Time.com)
