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The following information was received by Harford County Public Library from The Department of Homeland Security regarding the recent earthquake in Haiti:

The Department of Homeland Security continues to support the worldwide relief effort underway in Haiti in every way we can. The first 48 hours have focused on saving lives and supporting recovery, but we know that several of you are pooling resources and supplies in your own communities.

The following information can be distributed in order to provide your constituency with the necessary information on how they can assist in this tragedy.

The State Department Operations Center has set up the following number for Americans seeking information about family members in Haiti: 1-888-407-4747.

If you personally are looking for way to help, the most effective way to support the individuals and families of Haiti is through cash donations. Monetary contributions from individual Americans are the best way to immediately support the efforts of relief workers from around the world who are working around-the-clock to help save lives in Haiti-and will help sustain these efforts over the long-term. Contribute to the relief effort online at the American Red Cross or donate $10 by charging it to your cell phone bill by texting “HAITI” to “90999.” Small organizations and individuals can donate via the Center for International Disaster Information (CIDI).

DHS encourages every American to participate in this response effort by providing support to those in need. You can visit USAID and White House for additional information regarding help for Haiti.

For State, local and Tribal governments looking to provide resources or capabilities should send an email to helphaiti@state.gov, and indicate in the subject line what resources are being offered, e.g., “Donation of XXXX.”

As always, please do not hesitate to contact DHS IGA if you have any questions.

Thank you,
Office of Intergovernmental Affairs
DHS.IGA@dhs.gov
(202) 282-9310

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