PAKISTAN FLOODING SUPPORT
“Literally, one-third of Pakistan is underwater right now, which has exceeded every boundary, every norm we’ve seen in the past.” — Sherry Rehman, Pakistan’s Minister of Climate Change.
In 2022 the Alma Bi Hospital and its dedicated staff team shared both its expertise and resources to support the climate emergency that had beset Pakistan. Officials estimate that more than 33 million Pakistanis - one in seven people - have been affected by the historic flooding.
Heavy rainfall from more than six weeks of torrential monsoon rain, had caused deadly flash floods across Pakistan. This has affected over 30 million people, washed away roads, and caused damage to 170,000 homes - people are forced to live in makeshift tents.
The Pakistan Government declared a state of National Emergency amid this devastation.
The effects of these floods continue to be felt by some of Pakistan’s most remote communities. Food scarcity, water and sanitation are daily challenges. Children are fighting against severe acute malnutrition, diarrhoea, malaria, dengue fever, typhoid, acute respiratory infections, and painful skin conditions.
With your continued support the Alma Bi Hospital has been committed to making a positive difference to the lives of these communities.