The Daily A Devastating Earthquake in Haiti
Aug 18, 2021
Maria Abi-Habib, Bureau Chief for Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean at The New York Times, sheds light on the dire situation in Haiti following a catastrophic earthquake. She details the overwhelming chaos as communities struggle with injuries and casualties. With churches, long-standing pillars of support, now in ruins, the resilience of Haitians shines through. Abi-Habib emphasizes the dual crises of the recent quake and the political turmoil, painting a poignant picture of survival amidst devastation and minimal aid reaching those in need.
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Earthquake Experience
- Maria Abi-Habib was FaceTiming her family when the earthquake hit her hotel room.
- She ran outside and later took a helicopter to the epicenter with her colleague.
Immediate Aftermath
- Arriving at the Southern Peninsula, Maria saw injured people immediately needing evacuation.
- A woman with a swollen face and numb legs arrived in a pickup truck, unable to get proper care.
Lost Hope
- Melchorod Walter searched for his sister, who was staying at the damaged guest house.
- Upon seeing the destruction, he lost hope of finding her alive.