Thank you to those of you who have been praying for the recent attacks and subsequent displacement of thousands of Karen villages near the Thai-Burma border.
I read today that over 3,500 displaced people have fled across the Moei River, the natural border separating Thailand and Burma and are seeking refuge and shelter in Thailand. The Burma Army has continued shelling the small village of Ler Per Her throughout the week. Reports indicate Burma Army proxy forces have even sent mortar fire into Thailand.
Thankfully, there appears to either be minimal or no casualties reported among the Karen. Even though relief work has been made extra difficult by torrential rains, Partners Relief & Development and Free Burma Rangers (FBR) have been able to provide hundreds of pounds of food, medicine, mosquito nets, and clothing to the displaced citizens. Shelter is inadequate in the heavy winds and rain and many, especially babies and young children are suffering from malaria and diarrhea.
More supplies are needed such as blankets, sleeping mats, additional medicine, plastic sheeting, food, children's clothing, and boots. If you wish to donate, please go to the Partners website, www.partnersworld.org/donate.
For documentation and photos of the crisis, covered by BCC, go to: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/in_pictures/8093562.stm
Please continue to pray for peace.
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