People can support St Vincent by making donation to relief fund

The eruption of the La Soufriere volcano has laid out new complications for St Vincent and the Grenadines. The country, which was facing the consequences of COVID-19, is now facing an unprecedented challenge. The La Soufriere volcano, situated on the highest peak of St Vincent, exploded on Friday evening. Since then, more than 20,000 people have been evacuated from red and orange zones. Also read: Latest Update on SVG Volcano: All people evacuated from red zonesCarnival, the Royal Caribbean sent out their cruise ships for rescue operations. While 12,000 people have been accommodated in shelters in St Vincent, more than 8,000 have been given a place in sister nations.Also read: Dominica will accommodate evacuees from St Vincent: PM SkerritThe government of St Vincent and the Grenadines, in association with its disaster organization NEMO have activated various support channels for people who are able and willing to donate to St. Vincent and the Grenadines La Soufriere Volcano Relief fund. How to make donationsThe donations can be directly made to the donation accounts created by NEMO. DetailsFirst National Bank Account 6002760Republic Bank Account 2002817Bank of Saint Lucia Account 901300136First Caribbean International Bank Account 1069692170St Vincent also requires several non-perishable food items, water, baby formula, baby cereal, baby diapers, adult diapers, feminine products, sanitizing products. The supplies can be dropped off at NEMO’s Office or at the local post offices. People can also contact NEMO: 758-452-3802