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🚨 On May 17, the 대한적십자사(Korean Red Cross) launched emergency relief efforts after the fire at Kumho Tire factory in Gwangju. 👥 62 personnel deployed 🏠 145 shelter units provided 🎒 132 relief kits distributed 📦 750 emergency items delivered


From the classroom to the frontlines: In the wake of crisis, ‘Teacher Honey’ transforms from educator to emergency responder. ⛑️ Read her story 👉 shorturl.at/3QxzJ Myanmar Red Cross Nadia Khoury

In response to Cyclone Remal, Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) and @IFRC have been supporting communities in Indurkani upazila, Pirojpur with shelter, sanitation, and livelihood assistance - reaching 300 families and helping over 1,500 indviduals recover and rebuild.



Joel and Ronalin, parents of six, evacuated during Typhoon Marce in Nov 2024. By March 2025, with help from Philippine Red Cross, they began rebuilding and received essential items like tarpaulins, kitchenware, sleeping mats, mosquito nets, blankets, and hygiene kits.


As Pakistan faces #heatwaves, the Pakistan Red Crescent is taking action by raising awareness about heatstroke prevention. Volunteers from the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Branches are in Upper Adda Muzaffarabad providing cold water (sharbat) to those in need.


With monsoon season approaching, Myanmar Red Cross volunteers are working hard to support earthquake-affected communities by distributing water, shelter kits, hygiene items & more, building latrines & tents, and supporting child-friendly spaces. Thank you, volunteers!




On 26 May, Myanmar Red Cross distributed water filters donated by Singapore Red Cross to earthquake-affected communities in Thalay Su & Khaye Pin camps, Mandalay. They also held sessions on safe water, filter use, hygiene & handwashing. 💧🧼 #SafeWater #RedCross #EarthquakeResponse


In Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar, Alexander Matheou met displaced communities engaged in skills training, and was briefed on new fire-resistant shelters - key to improving preparedness. Over 1 million people displaced from Myanmar live in camps here - facing daily challenges with shelter, health,






A powerful art by a 10 year student from Rupandehi (Nepal). In Nepal, Nepal Red Cross Society continues to spread awareness and action on extreme heat. “Heatwaves are silent killers. Many don’t spot the warning signs until it’s too late.” Suomen Punainen Risti continues its support.



Feeling dizzy, weak, or nauseous in extreme heat? 🥵 You might be experiencing heat exhaustion. The Climate Centre provides guidance for first aid in cases of heat exhaustion. #FirstAid #HeatSafety #BeatTheHeat #HeatActionDay2025
