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Earthquake Relief Photo Gallery :: India

These images capture people and places affected by the earthquake, and first relief to survivors. Two USAID disaster specialists were deployed to Jammu and Kashmir on October 12 to distribute aid and rapidly assess needs. The specialists were the first “on the ground” among bilateral donors. Humanitarian assistance from the American people is now valued at $100,000, and is expected to reach $600,000. Additional response will likely focus on shelter, warm clothing and blankets, easing psychological trauma, and modest cash-for-work to clear debris, construct interim shelter and restart livelihoods.

	Boys in front of their damaged school welcome visitors to their remote, high-elevation village. To relieve trauma and return people to normalcy, restarting school, recreation for youth and other community activities is a priority. Photo: USAID Hi-res version: Right click and Save Target - 1754kb
	Loss of life is widespread throughout Baramulla, Kupwara and Poonch, the most affected districts of the state. Parents, siblings, relatives and neighbors are mourned. Similar to trauma counseling supported by the U.S. after the Indian Ocean tsunami, organizations and volunteers are poised to address the psychological health of survivors. Photo:USAID Hi-res version: Right click and Save Target - 1762kb
	About 90 percent of homes are damaged in the Indian quake zone, affecting at least 160,000. Limited access to hard-to-reach communities makes shelter construction daunting. Building shelters to withstand winter conditions is a response focus. Use of existing debris and locally available materials, such as tin roofing, will be pursued. Photo: USAID
	A lack of winterized tents is a problem as cold weather approaches. Key to response is finding alternatives for winter shelter. Modest inputs, such as tin roofing, tarpaulins and wood beams may be enough to prepare villagers for the first heavy snowfall. USAID is exploring the dispatch of mobile teams of carpenters and masons to assist villagers with local solutions. Photo: USAID Hi-res version: Right click and Save Target - 1609kb
	Livelihoods as well as loved ones and homes were lost in the disaster. Many cattle, a source of income, are gone along with small businesses. Cash-for-work programs are being explored to help people meet household needs and generate economic activity. Photo: USAID Hi-res version: Right click and Save Target - 1764kb

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