More Misery in Pakistan as Flood Waters Rise

(22 Aug 10 - RV) Floods are threatening to wreak havoc in more areas of south Pakistan in a catastrophe that has left more than 4 million people homeless. Meanwhile, In Ireland this weekend a National Church Collection is being held to help aid the people of Pakistan who have been affected by this disaster. The money raised will go to the Irish aid agency Trocaire, a member of the Caritas Network which is currently providing emergency relief in the country. We spoke to Trocaire’s Emergency Manager, Maurice McQuillan about the persistent flooding and their appeal for funds: