India, Aug. 10 -- Medical relief efforts have intensified across disaster-hit regions as Direct Relief delivered hundreds of shipments to communities affected by wildfires, earthquakes and healthcare shortages during the week ending August 7.
Washington Wildfires Prompt Emergency Aid
Sixteen wildfires are burning across Washington, with several near Spokane forcing more than 67,000 people to evacuate and destroying hundreds of structures. Smoke and particulate matter have also severely affected air quality.
Direct Relief has shipped field medic packs, personal care products and protective equipment to communities affected by the fires. Since July 20, the organisation has provided more than $165,000 in medical assistance for wildfire resp...