On August 14, 2021, Haiti was rattled by a magnitude 7.2 earthquake that ravaged the island’s southern peninsula. The shockwaves spread panic across the island, brought death and desolation to thousands of families, overwhelmed hospitals, flattened buildings, and trapped people under rubble in at least two cities. Read firsthand accounts from a World Vision communications officer and survivors.
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Haiti
From the Field
Haiti earthquake: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
A magnitude 7.2 earthquake shook Haiti on August 14, 2021, causing widespread damage in at least two cities and over 2,200 deaths. The temblor comes 11 years after a devastating magnitude 7.0 quake hit the Caribbean nation.
Prayers
Peace on Earth: Pray for people in conflict hot spots
Our world is full of hurting families and nations torn apart. One-third of the world’s population live in countries with conflict, violence, or fragile internal systems. Pray with us for people living in fragile contexts and conflict zones.
From the Field
What is cholera? Facts, symptoms, and how to help
Cholera, a bacterial disease, is a high risk where clean water and sanitation are lacking. However, there are effective ways to prevent and treat the disease. Learn more about cholera and how you can help people at risk.
From the Field
2017 Hurricane Irma: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Hurricane Irma caused about $50 billion in damage and is the fifth-costliest storm to hit the continental U.S. since 1900. Here are some facts, FAQs, and how to help.
From the Field
2017 Hurricane Maria: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Families are still recovering from Hurricane Maria after the monster storm devastated Puerto Rico and much of the Caribbean last September.
From the Field
2016 Hurricane Matthew: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Hurricane Matthew hit both Haiti and the U.S. East Coast Coast in October 2016 as a Category 4 hurricane with torrential rain, massive storm surge, and winds up to 145 mph. In Haiti, the recovery continues, as Hurricane Matthew was the largest humanitarian emergency there since the earthquake of 2010.
Prayers
Covering the world in prayer: Pray for the Caribbean
Join with us to pray for the Caribbean, specifically World Vision’s work in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Haiti is the least developed country in the Western Hemisphere. The Dominican Republic enjoys a stronger economy, but still 40% of its residents live in poverty. Both countries struggle with the lingering effects of major natural disasters.
Prayers
Hurricane Irma: Pray for Florida, Caribbean
As Hurricane Irma continues its path of destruction, Florida is bracing for the worst. Pray for people evacuating and those already impacted in the Caribbean.
Change Makers
A perfect day: Making sponsorship real
After several trips to Haiti, I couldn’t shake the feeling that I had to do it — I just had to meet the girls I sponsor. In December 2015, I finally did.