Ecuador's Earthquake Victims
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A Powerful Earthquake Rattled Ecuador.
The magnitude-7.8 quake was centered on Ecuador’s sparceley populated fishing ports and tourist beaches, 170 kilometers (105 miles) northwest of Quito, the capital. An emergency situation was declared in six of Ecuador’s 24 provinces. At least 77 people were killed and 588 were wounded.
The USGS originally put the quake at a magnitude of 7.4 then raised it to 7.8. It had a depth of 19 kilometers (12 miles). At least 55 aftershocks followed, one as strong as 6 on the Richter scale, and authorities urged residents to brace for even stronger ones in the coming hours and days.
This is the strongest earthquake to hit Ecuador in decades, and this type of quake can collapse buildings, destroy infrastructure and cause tsunamis.
Here In South Florida I work together with Artisans in the Communities that have been deeply hurt and impacted with this natural disater. They need a Helping Hand to cope with the pain and sadness they are going through at this time.
Any small donation will help to bring them medicine, food and clothing.
For Transparency with all the donor's and their generosity I was asked to provide the following:
1. Who you are :
My name is Frances Cantos, I lived in Manta Ecuador for 15 years; therefore I consider it my second home. When in Manta I taught English at Julio Pierregrosse School for five years. You can understand that some of these victims are some of the students I taught.
Then I also worked for USAF (FOL) for 2 years, when it was stationed in Manta Ecuador.
Last but not least, my father in law was Mr. Rocke Cantos Barberan, a reputable and well know Gentleman in the city of Manta Ecuador. He was Lieutenant Coronel for Manta's Fire Department.
2. Where you're from:
I'm originally from Honduras, raised here in the United States, lived in Manta Ecuador for more than 15 Years, and then came back to the United States in 2005.
3. Your relationship to the parties you're raising funds for:
My Relationship is with the community, among the victims there are many people who were once my students, friends and ex-co workers and family members.
I also run a small business and work very close with hat weavers from Montecristi and Tagua artisans from the Sosote community in Portoviejo.
4. How the funds will be spent (be specific as possible)
The funds will be used to buy medicine, food,bottled water,matches, blankets, diapers, tents alcohol swipes,bandages ,etc...
5. How you intend to get the funds to those in need
Together with Claribel Gonzalez Loor, Miss LatinTourism 2014 and Myself here in South Florida are working together with a Reputable Manta Business Owner, Mrs.Rocio Loor and the Manta Chamber of Commerce . We will purchase here what is needed and send to Ecuador.
How:The Ecuadorian Embassy in Miami is directing all donations to be delivered from Monday through Friday to the offices of Provex Inc, a freight forwarding service, located at 7061 NW 87th avenue Miami , Florida 33178. We will coordinate the logistics to bring the donations to the Provex Inc. . .
The magnitude-7.8 quake was centered on Ecuador’s sparceley populated fishing ports and tourist beaches, 170 kilometers (105 miles) northwest of Quito, the capital. An emergency situation was declared in six of Ecuador’s 24 provinces. At least 77 people were killed and 588 were wounded.
The USGS originally put the quake at a magnitude of 7.4 then raised it to 7.8. It had a depth of 19 kilometers (12 miles). At least 55 aftershocks followed, one as strong as 6 on the Richter scale, and authorities urged residents to brace for even stronger ones in the coming hours and days.
This is the strongest earthquake to hit Ecuador in decades, and this type of quake can collapse buildings, destroy infrastructure and cause tsunamis.
Here In South Florida I work together with Artisans in the Communities that have been deeply hurt and impacted with this natural disater. They need a Helping Hand to cope with the pain and sadness they are going through at this time.
Any small donation will help to bring them medicine, food and clothing.
For Transparency with all the donor's and their generosity I was asked to provide the following:
1. Who you are :
My name is Frances Cantos, I lived in Manta Ecuador for 15 years; therefore I consider it my second home. When in Manta I taught English at Julio Pierregrosse School for five years. You can understand that some of these victims are some of the students I taught.
Then I also worked for USAF (FOL) for 2 years, when it was stationed in Manta Ecuador.
Last but not least, my father in law was Mr. Rocke Cantos Barberan, a reputable and well know Gentleman in the city of Manta Ecuador. He was Lieutenant Coronel for Manta's Fire Department.
2. Where you're from:
I'm originally from Honduras, raised here in the United States, lived in Manta Ecuador for more than 15 Years, and then came back to the United States in 2005.
3. Your relationship to the parties you're raising funds for:
My Relationship is with the community, among the victims there are many people who were once my students, friends and ex-co workers and family members.
I also run a small business and work very close with hat weavers from Montecristi and Tagua artisans from the Sosote community in Portoviejo.
4. How the funds will be spent (be specific as possible)
The funds will be used to buy medicine, food,bottled water,matches, blankets, diapers, tents alcohol swipes,bandages ,etc...
5. How you intend to get the funds to those in need
Together with Claribel Gonzalez Loor, Miss LatinTourism 2014 and Myself here in South Florida are working together with a Reputable Manta Business Owner, Mrs.Rocio Loor and the Manta Chamber of Commerce . We will purchase here what is needed and send to Ecuador.
How:The Ecuadorian Embassy in Miami is directing all donations to be delivered from Monday through Friday to the offices of Provex Inc, a freight forwarding service, located at 7061 NW 87th avenue Miami , Florida 33178. We will coordinate the logistics to bring the donations to the Provex Inc. . .
Organizer
Frances Cantos
Organizer
Boynton Beach, FL