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GEM MENA Team loaded a military ship in Izmir Turkiye with vital supplies and family necessity kits with food for those impacted by the Libyan flood. The GEM MENA team is on the ground distributing aid to those in need. The enormous flood, fueled by torrential rains, broke through two upstream dams and sent a giant wave crashing down the previously dry river bed destroying everything in its path and killing thousands of people.

Cyclone Storm Daniel, was the deadliest and costliest Mediterranean tropical-like cyclone in recorded history. It was also the costliest tropical or subtropical cyclone worldwide to occur outside of the Atlantic basin, as well as the deadliest weather event of 2023 to date. The U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs has been unable to confirm number of deaths because rescue and recovery teams are still in the midst of recovery all those lives lost in the disaster. To support this mission please visit: https://www.globalempowermentmission.org/mission/libya-floods/ #libya #flooding #floods #thisiscrisis #bstrong #GEMMissions @globalempowermentmissionmena ...

GEM MENA (Middle East-North Africa) teams and conflict zone specialists are deploying to Lybia to assist in the aftermath of the catastrophic floods that have taken thousands of lives.

Libyan officials said today that at least 11,300 people had died and another 10,100 were still reported missing. Mediterranean storm Daniel is behind the widespread flooding in the North African nation, as it washed away entire neighborhoods.

In Derna in the middle of the night while residents were asleep, the flood waters burst one dam, then a second damn burst, sending a huge wave of water, gushing down through the mountains towards the coastal Libyan city, killing thousands as entire neighborhoods were swept into the sea.

The eastern Libyan city of Derna, the epicenter of the disaster, had a population of around 100,000 before the tragedy. Authorities say that at least 10,000 remain missing.

Stayed tuned for updates and field reports from ground zero from our mission teams. To learn how you can help support GEM on this mission please visit link in our bio or visit here and donate: https://www.globalempowermentmission.org/donate/ #lybia #flooding #disaster #derna #GEMMENA #thisiscrisis #gemmissions @michaelcapponi @bethennyfrankel #humanitarian #disasterrelief #disastermanagement ...

GEM MENA, GEM Europe, and GEM USA teams have been in full distribution mode since Morocco’s devastating 6.8 earthquake on September 8th, the GEM teams are on the ground in several regions including Moulay Brahmin, Marrakesh, throughout the Atlas mountainous regions, and the surrounding village communities offering immediate assistance. GEM is performing daily distributions with multiple truckloads each, ensuring that aid is getting to those who need it most right away. GEM is distributing food, water, hygiene products, bedding materials, and more. #GEMmissions #GEMMENA #GEMEurope #GEMUSA #earthquake #morocco #marrekech #atlasmountains #disasterrelief @globalempowermentmission @globalempowermentmissionmena @globalempowermentmissioneur @michaelcapponi #bstrong #morocco #earthquake #marrakech #moulaybrahim #deprem #fas #marakeş
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GEM Latin America successfully delivered aid to 1,100 families affected by flooding in Belize, Central America. This was made possible through strategic partnerships with various governmental organizations including the Office of the Prime Minister, the Ministry of Risk and Sustainable Development, the Ministry of Human Development, Families and Indigenous Peoples, and the National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO), which is analogous to Conred in Guatemala and FEMA in the USA. Through these collaborations, GEM managed to eliminate importation taxes and logistical costs associated with this distribution, effectively reducing the expenses to zero dollars ($0).

Moreover, a portion of the individuals affected by the floods have disabilities, including blindness, leg amputations, cancer, and hearing impairments. These individuals were in dire need of assistance in the aftermath of the flooding. #belize #flooding #centralamerica #gemmissions #gemlatam To learn how you can help support GEM Missions: https://www.globalempowermentmission.org/donate/ ...

A momentous milestone has been achieved recently, and I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to everyone involved. The GEM Ukraine and Howard G. Buffet Foundation team has successfully produced and distributed 1,000,000.00 Million GEM HGBF family necessity kits throughout Ukraine. Your hard work and dedication have been the driving force behind reaching this goal. This achievement holds significant impact for the Ukrainian nation and its citizens. You all are simply remarkable! Continue to excel and give your best; I couldn`t be prouder of our team. Teamwork makes the Dreamwork. @globalempowermentmissionua #GlobalEmpowermentMission #HGBF #GEMmissions #humantarian #conflictzones #disasterreleif #ukraine @andrew.negrych @michaelcapponi ...

PHASE 1 Update: In immediate response to Morocco’s devastating 6.8 earthquake last night, the GEM MENA team is on the ground in Morocco. Over 2,000 people are confirmed to have lost their lives so far, with many structures completely destroyed, including historical sites. GEM MENA ground teams will be operating between Marrakesh and the Altas Mountains. Teams will be delivering aid (food, hygiene, shelter accessories) to the most vulnerable communities. GEM will be offering immediate humanitarian relief to all those affected. #GEMmissions #Morroco #earthquake #GEMmena #globalempowermentmissionmena @michaelcapponi @Bethenny #Marrakesh #AtlasMountains #PrayForMorocco To learn more and how you can support this GEM Mission click link in our bio or visit https://www.globalempowermentmission.org/mission/moroccan-earthquake/ ...

Elk Washington Wildfires Wrap Up Report: The GEM West team partnered up with HARP Rescue distributing $10,000 in #bstrong cash cards to 126 families, 400 GEM Family necessity kits, 200 flew the coop boxes for pets. @harprescue @flewthecoop_ @elizabeth_24_jernberg @jernbergjason @burkebryant @cnharding #gemmissions @bethennyfrankel #bstrong #wildfire #disasterrelief #rescue To Learn More About this Mission Click the Link in our Bio, and for the full photo album visit GEM’s Facebook page. ...

Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, Odesa and the region have been under the constant missile attacks resulting, among other things, in significant destruction of civil infrastructure. Only as a result of a massive attack by rockets and drones on August 14, around 300 houses were damaged with 1,460 windows destroyed by the blast wave (total area of windows ​​destroyed about 2,500 square meters).

GEM Ukraine coordinates its activities with Odesa Regional Military Administration on a constant basis. Today GEM Ukraine had a meeting with Andriy Figel and Roman Hryhoryshyn, Deputy Heads of Odesa Regional Military Administration to discuss cooperation, summarize recent projects and visit some of the facilities where the works are carried out at the moment. Over the past month, GEM HGBF installed 1,468 new windows in Odesa.

In total, since the start of GEM HGBF window program more than 23,000 windows were installed all over Ukraine 🇺🇦 #Repost Via: @alina.kurs_ #GEMmissions #hgbf #ukraine #windowreplacement ...

Hurricane Hilary GEM Mission Wrap Up Report: Tom @real_tom_berhane lead a very successful ground mission to provide aid and assistance to those communities affected by Hurricane Hilary in San Felipe and San Rosalia in the Baja California region. Full album in GEM Instagram Story above and on GEM Facebook. Thank you Tom and Fernando and the entire GEM Mission team for making such a positive impact on these communities during this disaster. #GEMmissions #hurricanehilary #baja #bajacalifornia #disasterrelief ...

GEM USA West along with partner @harprescue delivered and distributed $226,000 in aid, camping gear, non-perishable food, supplies, hygiene products, camping gear, and Flew the Coop kits for our furry friend pets. In addition, the GEM team distributed $10,000 in #bstrong cash cards to individuals and families who have been displaced from the Oregon Road Wildfires that ravaged over 11,000 acres and many homes in Elk, Washington.

GEM and Harp Rescue did not only help the community in need but was able to give fire retardent gear by MCR to the local first responders, fire department, and for the fire rescue volunteers.

Our partners, Harp, worked the fires with the local Sheriff’s and several Fire Department stations for 5 days helping with SAR, Evacs, Security, and Firefighting. Harp also provided thermal imaging to the local fire departments from their drone operated surveillance systems to help keep track of the fire itself and the properties in its path that were threatened. #GEMmissions @burkebryant @harprescue @elizabeth_24_jernberg @jernbergjason @michaelcapponi

A special thanks to @bethennyfrankel #bstrong, @good360usa, @goyafoods @goyacares, @myearthbreeze @redwingheritage clothing, and #M25M @flewthecoop_ @cnharding

#GEMmissions #HarpRescue #OregonRoad #ElkWashington #wildfires #washington #disasterrelief ago learn more about this mission and how you can help click the link in our bio or visit: https://www.globalempowermentmission.org/mission/elk-wildfires/ ...

The GEM headquarters, based in Florida, is currently pre-positioning to respond to Hurricane Idalia. Six trucks are loaded and ready to deploy immediately to the affected areas in Florida, as needed. Florida Governor has issued a State of Emergency for 46 counties. Governor Desantis stated, "Tropical Storm Idalia continues to gather strength and will become a hurricane today and is forecast to reach landfall as a major hurricane. A category 3, so please prepare accordingly." Within the first week of Hurricane Ian making landfall on the southwest coast of Florida last year, GEM had already delivered 18 trucks of aid. Over the next year, 50 more full-size UC Group trucks would be delivered, ensuring critical supplies were brought to those most affected. #hurricaneidalia #GEMmissions #mobilization @michaelcapponi #hurricane #florida ...

Our GEM West team has spent the last 72 hours in the area where Hurricane Hilary made landfall on the Baja California peninsula. The tropical storm caused severe heavy rain, leading to dangerous flash flooding.

The team traveled to the San Filipe and San Rosalia areas, working with first responders to identify those most affected. They began delivering aid immediately, especially to neighborhoods that had largely been overlooked. Inhabitants described being temporarily relocated by the local government, only to be later left without assistance.

In response to this urgent need, we distributed boxes of food, water and other necessities. Having witnessed the situation firsthand, and with locals highlighting the added challenges they now face due to their pre-existing struggles and the lack of post-disaster governmental support, the GEM team procured even more essential supplies and prepared them for distribution the following day.

While delivering aid, the team heard many tragic stories. One such account involved an attempt to bypass a bridge during the flooding, which tragically resulted in the death of a young woman who was swept away.

All of the residents expressed profound gratitude and appreciation to GEM for providing them with food, water, and other necessities during this critical time of need. #hurricanehilary #tropicalstormhilary #baja #bajacalifornia #bajamexico #flashfloods #GEMmissions #GEMWest #bstrong ...