At a glance
CDC activated its Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to support the Haiti Earthquake.
About the Response
A magnitude-7.0 earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince, Haiti on January 12.
More than 200,000 lives were lost, and another 2 million people were displaced when their homes were destroyed.
CDC supported Haiti's critical health needs, which included providing care packages and psychological help.
Content Source:
Office of Readiness and Response