Tropical cyclone Gabrielle struck New Zealand on February 12, 2023, causing major flooding and massive damage to property and infrastructure. Thousands of people were displaced, and there was a tragic loss of 11 lives on the North Island of New Zealand. Following another massive flood…
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On January 15, 2022, the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai underwater volcano in the South Pacific erupted, covering the island nation with volcanic ash, cutting off electricity, and paralyzing communications. A tsunami triggered by the blast ripped across the islands of Tonga, causing flooding and widespread damage…
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On April 24, 2022, nine SSSIO members distributed rice, noodles, soy sauce, salt, sugar, and beverages to 30 impoverished children at the Cambodia Students and Children Fund Organization (CSCFO). This organization provides cultural and art lessons and financial resources to needy children. Sai volunteers also…
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On August 7, 2022, 35 SSSIO volunteers distributed clothes to about 150 community members. The Navet Presbyterian Primary School hosted the event. The Principal of the School expressed her gratitude for this opportunity to serve the community and foster a sense of inclusion and community…
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The dire economic conditions in Sri Lanka have impoverished many residents. SSSIO volunteers recently served food to over 1,500 people to alleviate their suffering. They have also delivered dry rations to more than 1,000 needy families every month since July 2022. SSSIO volunteers initiated a…
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During the fall of 2021, heavy rainfall in British Columbia flooded farms, marooning farmers and homeowners, and drowning thousands of animals. In this dire situation, SSSIO volunteers raised funds for local food banks and delivered food and supplies to those affected by the natural disaster….
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Responding to the hardship faced by residents of Lake Charles, Louisiana, who were impacted by Hurricanes Laura and Delta, SSSIO volunteers across USA stepped in to assist with the procurement of various essential food and supplies. On November 19, 2020, coinciding with the Thanksgiving holiday,…
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In July 2020, the Córdoba mountains were scorched by the largest forest fire ever seen, destroying over 300,000 hectares of native forest. Many animals, including birds, sheep, cows, chickens, and foxes perished in the fire. SSSIO volunteers from the Sri Sathya Sai Group of San…
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The SSSIO-USA National Disaster Relief Team (NDRT) is continuing relief efforts in the Bahamas which was severely impacted by Hurricane Dorian in August–September 2019. From November 2019 to July 2020, volunteers across the USA collected food and relief supplies. Sri Sathya Sai Centers in South…
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On July 30, 2020, Tropical Storm Isaías made landfall in Dominican Republic, damaging more than 1,000 homes in Hato Mayor, a province in the eastern part of the country, and displacing thousands of people. SSIO volunteers immediately responded by identifying the families most affected by…
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