SANTA ANA, Calif. (May 8, 2008) –The situation in Burma continues to deteriorate as a result of last Saturday’s devastating cyclone.
The Associated Press reported Wednesday that American diplomat Shari Villarosa said the number of deaths could eventually exceed 100,000 because safe food and water were scarce and unsanitary conditions widespread. The United Nations reported there were 1 million homeless people.
Also, there were reports that the country’s military junta was making it difficult for some international aid to get into Burma, according to the Associated Press.
Open Doors USA is calling on Christians in the West to mobilize in prayer for those suffering as a result of one of the worst natural disasters in Burma history.
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