An urgent appeal for funds for Ecuador has been launched by the Malta Red Cross.
Earthquake-stricken Ecuador faced the grim reality of recovering more bodies than survivors as rescue efforts moved into a third day today and the death toll climbed over 400.
More than 800 Ecuadorian Red Cross volunteers have been engaged in search and rescue operations and the provision of first aid services.
A National Disaster Response Team has also been deployed to carry out a rapid assessment of the humanitarian needs following the earthquake.
The Malta Red Cross is appealing for funds to support this operation.
Funds may be donated as follows:
BOV: 40018218703
IBAN: MT48VALL22013000000040018210703
By SMS: Text “ECUADOR”
50618179 - €4.66
50619820 - €11.65
Cheques payable to Malta Red Cross may be sent to:
Malta Red Cross
104, St Ursula Street,
Valletta VLT 1234