Earthquake facts from the Embassy of Pakistan

The 8th October earthquake was the worst natural disaster ever experienced by Pakistan. Below is a fact sheet on general statistics related to the damage caused by the earthquake and the progress of relief work:

Devastation

•     1,000 confirmed dead, and 67,000 injured
•     3.3 million people (2 million in Azad Kashmir and 1.3 million in NWFP) rendered homeless
•     $5 billion damage to infrastructure
•     20,000 sq. miles of area affected
•     8,000 schools destroyed
•     15,000 villages directly affected
•     Most affected regions are Jehlum Valley and Neelum Valley

Assalam O Alaikum
 
I have been impressed by the level of activity and charity generated by the community in response to the tragic  earthquake in Pakistan. In these times, it is imperative that we all work together and give the most that we can to the relief and reconstruction effort. For updated information on the donations to the President's Relief Fund please visit our website.