In Pakistan, a flooding crisis of unimaginable proportions continues to unfold. The United Nations says record monsoon rains have caused more than 1,200 deaths and the situation is expected to get worse. The World Health Organization estimates more than 6.4 million people are in dire need of humanitarian aid. With infrastructure heavily damaged in parts of the country, Pakistani officials are pleading for help from the international community. Brittany Rosen reports on how some Canadians are stepping up.
- Canada to provide another $25M to Pakistan for flood recovery, climate resilience
- Canada to send $25M in additional aid for Pakistan floods
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