Nepal deadly floods: Singapore Red Cross raises over $3 million, commits additional $170k in aid
The Singapore Red Cross (SRC) has raised over $3 million in donations since launching its public fundraising last Friday (Aug 28), after deadly floods struck near the Nepal-China border on Aug 26.At least 1,204 people have been killed and more than 4,200 people remain missing, with thousands more displaced.SRC chief executive officer Benjamin William said the organisation is grateful for the strong public support, noting that many donors have made their way to the Red Cross House at Penang Lane over the past week to personally hand over their donations."This show of solidarity and support will translate into much-needed assistance for communities affected by the floods, helping them through the immediate relief efforts and towards recovery. "We will honour the public trust by ensuring the contributions are managed transparently and efficiently,” the SRC chief said.