Merlin is responding to the 7.0-magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti — the worst quake in Haiti’s history. Merlin’s emergency response team is on the ground and working with Haitians and other international agencies to meet the most urgent needs: water, sanitation, shelter, disease prevention and restoration of basic health services. The main elements of Merlin’s Haiti emergency response are: distribution of aid materials and equipment, support to local health staff, and training community members to help protect public health. Merlin is calling on the public to provide support in our relief efforts.