Bolivia: How to Help Victims of Massive Mudslides in La Paz

Posted 1 March 2011 18:16 GMT

Countries	Bolivia
Topics	Disaster, Environment, Humanitarian Response
Languages	Spanish

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Recent mudslides in La Paz destroyed around 400 homes, according to local authorities. Luis Ramos in Citizen of La Paz [es] informs readers that the Municipal Library of La Paz is receiving clothing, food and other needed items for the victims. Luis calls on the people of La Paz to show solidarity towards those who have lost their homes.

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