SoFla Steps Up to Aid Storm-Stricken El Salvador
Rocked by a vicious storm, El Salvador could use some ayuda.
Food for the poor, based in Coconut Creek, is rushing containers filled with food and other supplies, most of which is going to El Salvador, which was hit the hardest.
Today oficials from that country expressed their gratitude, but also the need for more help.
At the consulate of El Salvador in Coral Gables, officials gave an update on the storm's aftermath: 160 people were killed, another 60 are missing. Severe flooding completely destroyed 2,000 homes.
They also need tents and bedding for portable shelters that will house the thousands who had to be evacuated.
At Vecinos en Accion (Neighbors in Action), food, clothing and personal hygeine items are being dropped off. A large room is packed with donated supplies.
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Posted Thursday, Nov 12, 2009 - 10:49 PM EST
