An earthquake hit the centre of Mexico on Tuesday 19 September. This is the second to hit Mexico within a month.
The severe tremor has caused serious damage to Mexico City, Puebla, Morelos and Mexico State, with more than 400 buildings collapsed, thousands more damaged and hundreds of deaths reported so far. The University of Southampton’s office in Mexico City is currently closed due to damage but hopes to re-open soon.
Volunteers and the local government are searching for people trapped under the rubble of collapsed buildings but there is still plenty more that can be done.
If you are a current student or member of staff who has been affected by this and would like support, please contact your Student Support Office within your faculty.
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Cake Sale in aid of the Red Cross Mexico
On Monday 25 September, 10:00 – 14:00, Building 53, Foyer the Optics and Photonics Society (OPSoc) will be hosting a Charity Cake Sale to raise funds to support those affected by the earthquake.
We encourage as many of you to contribute by donating your baked goods, or coming along on the day to purchase a cake or two.
Your generous donations will go directly to the Red Cross Mexico. If you would also like to show your support you can also donate directly.
A Red Cross Wish List is also available on Amazon.
More information can be found on #FuerzaMexico
