New Delhi: Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, and neighbouring Puducherry, are under the influence of heavy rains. At least 188 lives have been claimed by rain flurry which resulted in the disruption of flights, trains and left several areas inundated.
Teams of army, navy, coast guard and NDRF have been deployed in the worst-affected areas. The operation is on to rescue the stranded people and transport the relief material to the affected people.
In this hour of need, you can also help the flood victims by doing a little effort. Here are few ways by which you can extend the helping hand to the unfortunate.
1. App to donate
Download this app to donate the goods you want to the affected people. The best part is that the goods are picked up from your home.
2. Give Shelter
If you want to open the doors of your home for the stranded people, fill this form and give a ray of hope to the people in pain.
3. Use the hashtag #ChennaiRainsHelp
People who are seeking or offering shelter or aid can tweet with #ChennaiRainsHelp on Twitter. Do not use it for discussing rains, it is strictly for the people in need.
4. Donate at AISC Chennai Flood Relief 2015
Students of American International School in Taram Ani are working in collaboration with three NGOs to provide the aid to the victims. You can donate at their campus. Check out the more details.
5. Check out Chennai Ran Relief 2015 for offering all kinds of assistance
Even If you are not a resident of Chennai, you can help the flood victims:
6. Spread the Hotline numbers
7. Donate to World Vision for flood relief items
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