#5 DDD: How to help Rio Grande do Sul (RS) in Brazil
Luiza Girardello
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The fifth edition of DDD will be different. It could not go any other way since my country, Brazil, is all hands-on-deck to help the victims of theflooding and disaster happening in the south of the country. Today's edition is focused on explaining a little bit more about what is happening and how you, from every part of the world, can help!
What is Happening in the South of Brazil?
Brazil is grappling with one of its worst floods in recent history. Torrential rains have drenched the southern state of Rio Grande do Sul, home to 11 million people, since late April and have triggered severe flooding that has submerged entire towns, blocked roads, broken a major dam and shut down the international airport until June.
The floods, which have stretched across most of Rio Grande do Sul’s 497 municipalities, have forced nearly 164,000 people from their homes. Some 1,476,000 people have been affected, according to the civil defense, with at least 754 people left injured. At least 134 people are still missing and 105 confirmed to be dead.
In the state capital, Porto Alegre, a city of 1.3 million perched on the banks of the Guaiba River, streets were submerged in murky water and the airport was shuttered by the deluge, with flights canceled through the end of the month.
Unfortunately it doesn't stop there...
From Friday to Sunday, intense rainfall is expected to hit again between the east and center-north of Rio Grande do Sul, with some areas expecting 100 mm (nearly 4 inches), and temperatures will plummet, possibly reaching 0o.
The state and cities affected won't recover without help. Even if the rain stoped (which is not the case), some parts could be under water at least until the end of the month. According to the state government, 19 billion Brazilians reals ($3.7 billion US dollars) will be needed for rebuilding.
People lost everything and are in intense need of basic supplies:
YOU can help people that were affected!
HOW TO HELP RIO GRANDE DO SUL?
IF YOU ARE IN BRAZIL OR CAN HELP SENDING PHYSICAL ITEMS:
Lots of information are being shared on Instagram, but there are a few trusted websites that can also help:
If you are in Sao Paulo: https://www.saopaulo.sp.gov.br/spnoticias/ultimas-noticias/doacoes-ao-rio-grande-do-sul-veja-onde-estao-os-postos-de-coleta-do-governo-de-sp/
If you are in Curitiba: https://www.curitiba.pr.gov.br/servicos/como-doar-para-ajudar-cidades-do-rio-grande-do-sul/933
If you are in Brasilia or Rio de Janeiro: https://www.metropoles.com/brasil/fab-recebe-doacoes-para-os-gauchos-em-bases-de-brasilia-sp-e-rj and https://www.metropoles.com/distrito-federal/doacoes-para-o-rs-veja-como-e-onde-ajudar-no-df-as-vitimas-das-chuvas
?? Before making a contribution, ensure that the items sent are in good condition.
?? CLOTHING AND FOOTWEAR
Separate items by gender and age (adults/children) and place them in boxes or bags that can be closed/tied. Put items in pairs, such as shoes or socks, together in a bag, and whenever possible, tie them to prevent anything from getting lost. Prioritize winter clothes, as a cold wave is expected to arrive in the next few days. Avoid donating used underwear or stained/torn items.
?? FOOD
Check the expiration date of all items, do not donate expired food. Do not send spoiled items or those that can deteriorate quickly. Place them in boxes or bags with good sealing, being careful not to have tears or holes.
?? MEDICATIONS
The Salvation Army receives direct donations from pharmacies, and distribution is carried out through doctors who are directly serving in shelters. If you wish to contribute medications, seek out healthcare professionals or official volunteers. Do not donate expired medications.
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IF YOU ARE OUTSIDE BRAZIL OR CANNOT HELP WITH PYSHICAL ITEMS:
How to donate money:
??For those in Brazil you can either donate to straitgh to the RS Government, but people are advising to donate directly to NGOs and other related people that can act urgently. The money donated to the government may take a while to be used or to effectively help. Some NGO's can be found here: https://www.paraquemdoar.com.br/
?? EuroZone
Standard Chartered Bank Frankfurt
BankSwift: SCBLDEFX
Bank Account: 007358304
?? Dollar Zone
Standard Chartered Bank New York
BankSwift: SCBLUS33
Bank Account: 3544032986001
?? Pound Sterling (GBP)
Standard Chartered Bank – London
UKSwift: SCBLGB2L
Bank Account: 01251596201
?? For both banks, please additionally inform:
IBAN Code: BR5392702067001000645423206C1
Name: Associa??o dos Bancos no Estado do Rio Grande do Sul
CNPJ: 92.958.800/0001-38
??For donations over USD 10,000.00 or operational clarifications, see:[email protected]
Other international accounts will soon be provided through Banco do Brasil.
If you have any other useful information please put in the comments of this article so we can increase awareness of this major disaster and help those in need!
*The views expressed in this article are personal, do not represent any company or government, and are based on studies and public information disclosed on the internet.