ChildFund Korea Provides Emergency Relief for Gyeongnam Flood Victims

ChildFund Korea has launched an emergency relief operation for children and families impacted by the recent heavy rainfall and landslides in the Gyeongnam region. The organization is working closely with local authorities and related agencies to identify affected households and assess the extent of the damage.

Heavy rains, with some areas like Geoje recording around 900mm and Tongyeong over 700mm between July 16th and 18th, have caused widespread flooding, damaging homes, schools, and roads. ChildFund Korea is specifically examining the impact on households with children, including a children's care facility in a frequently flooded area where 42 children reside. The facility's building was submerged, and power supply was cut off, prompting ChildFund Korea to consider providing support.

Assistance will include providing temporary shelters and essential kits containing daily necessities, bottled water, and instant food for displaced individuals. For affected children and their families, the organization plans to offer emergency living expenses and funds for home repairs. Additionally, support for medical and psychological treatment will be available for those experiencing difficulties due to the disaster.

ChildFund Korea is also appealing for further donations from corporations, sponsors, and the public to aid their relief efforts. "We will provide emergency support so that children affected by the flood can safely return to living in their homes," said Hwang Young-ki, Chairman of ChildFund Korea. "We will continue to provide necessary support for the affected children's families and the local community to recover their daily lives."

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We will provide emergency support so that children affected by the flood can safely return to living in their homes. We will continue to provide necessary support for the affected children's families and the local community to recover their daily lives.