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| December 30, 2004 |
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Governor's Statement on Tsunami Tragedy
“Clearly the devastation in Southeastern Africa and Eastern Asia has grown to a level of unimaginable loss. The human loss is a terrible tragedy of historic proportions and beyond comprehension. The devastation of land and structures will undoubtedly take many years to replace.
As we learn the stories of those Oregonians that were in direct harms way or have families and friends that are still missing, we are reminded of the need to help.
All humankind, no matter where we live, need each other in times of crisis. Those needs for the people of this devastated area are extreme and at this time can best be met by financial contributions. I urge all Oregonians to do what you can to help.
Below are a few organizations providing relief aid:
Mercy Corps
P.O. Box 2669
Portland, OR 97208
800-852-2100
http://www.mercycorps.org
WorldVision
P.O. Box 9716
Federal Way, WA 98063-9716
888-511-6548
http://www.worldvision.org
Northwest Medical Teams
14150 SW Milton Ct.
Tigard, OR 97224
800-959-HEAL (4325) or 503-624-1000
http://www.nwmti.org
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
PO Box 372
CH-1211 Geneva 19
Switzerland
http://www.ifrc.org
For more organizations visit http://www.usaid.gov
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the people in Southeastern Africa and Eastern Asia, and those Oregonians who have been directly affected by this tragic event.”
Media Contact:
Jodi Sherwood. 503-378-4656
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