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Why are some earthquakes more devastating than others?
Earthquakes have diverse impact communities around the world. Find out how the IRC responds.
- Article
- February 2, 2024
How to help after the earthquake in Afghanistan
Get the latest on the impacts of the 6.3 magnitude earthquake that struck Herat province on October 7.
- Article
- October 27, 2023
Earthquake near Turkish-Syrian border deepens crisis
In the early morning of February 6, the most severe earthquake Turkey had experienced in almost 100 years also sent shockwaves across northern Syria and parts of Lebanon. Find out more about the crisis.
- Article
- February 21, 2023
How to help after the Syria-Turkey earthquake
The powerful 7.8 earthquake that struck near northern Syria on Feb. 6 created a "crisis within a crisis" for Syrians already displaced by war. Find out more about what people need and what you can do to help.
- Article
- February 21, 2023
Earthquake in Haiti
In 2010, the IRC responded to an earthquake in Haiti that left ovor 2 million homeless. We're ready to support partners responding to the Aug 14, 2021 quake.
- Article
- June 22, 2022
Nepal earthquake response in photos
After Nepal's worst earthquake in 80 years, thousands of quake victims received emergency assistance from the International Rescue Committee’s partner organization in Nepal, Association for Aid and Relief, Japan (AAR).
- Slideshow
- May 11, 2015
2005 Pakistan earthquake response, narrated by Tom Brokaw
The International Rescue Committee has been working in Pakistan since 1980. Within hours of the devastating earthquake on Oct. 8, 2005, IRC teams were on their way to the hardest hit areas to distribute emergency supplies and assist the survivors, with special emphasis on the needs of women and children.
- Video
- June 27, 2022
Myanmar Earthquake: IRC Teams Report Unprecedented Destruction
- Press Release
- March 31, 2025
One year later: The impact of the Syria-Türkiye earthquakes
Get the latest on how the IRC is supporting people.
- Article
- February 5, 2024
Rebuilding life after loss and giving hope to others after Syria’s earthquake
After Syria’s 2023 quake, Huda defies paralysis to rebuild her life, return to school, and inspire others with resilience and hope.
- Article
- July 31, 2025