While the Haitian recovery is still in its embryonic stages after two massive earthquakes last month, the world woke up to  yet more devastating news over the weekend that Chile had suffered a similar natural disaster on 27^th February.

The epicentre of the quake hit just near the coastal towns of Curanipe and Pelluhue, with powerful aftershocks affecting the South American country’s coastline. Around 70 miles away from the centre of the shock, the city of Concepcion was devastated with collapsed buildings and flipped cars littering the streets.

While rescue attempts are underway, another serious consequence of this infrastructure-shattering disaster has been the onset of looting and violence, which have been met with military intervention.

International pledges are already underway, with the total economic damage estimated to exceed $15 billion (£10 billion). You can donate securely through Google Checkout here: http://www.google.com/relief/chileearthquake/, where they have also set up a ‘Person Finder’ application allowing for users to post information on missing people.

Please wear this Twibbon to show your support for the Chilean people:

http://twibbon.com/join/Chile-Earthquake