An earthquake of around 7.0 magnitude struck Haiti just before 5 PM Eastern time on Tuesday, January 12. ICC Canada staff eagerly awaits word on the condition of ICC Haiti staff, patients at Grace Children's Hospital and the condition of the ICC health programs in Port au Prince.
According to news reports, damage is wide-spread throughout the Port-au-Prince area, and there are many reports of injuries and damage to buildings. ICC will continue to follow this story and give updates on the condition of our friends in Haiti, as well as the recovery efforts and how you can help.