Haiti continues to grapple with one of the most severe humanitarian crises in recent history. The Haiti Air Ambulance team sees the devastating impact of this crisis and hopes to keep you informed of ways you can help offer a glimmer of hope during these trying times. Here are some of the latest updates from Haiti.

The Latest on Haiti’s Humanitarian Crisis

Approximately five months have passed since the onset of this crisis in Haiti. Gangs now control at least 80% of the nation’s capital, Port-au-Prince, and the end to the nation’s nightmare is nowhere in sight. Armed violence has forced 580,000 people to flee their homes, with over 310,000 of those displaced being women and girls, and 180,000 being children. These figures have more than doubled since 2022, making Haiti the country with the largest number of displacements globally due to crime-related violence.

This devastating situation restricts freedom of movement for Haitians as well as access to basic services like healthcare. Families are being torn apart, children are unable to attend school, and communities live in constant fear. The emotional toll is immense, as people are forced to leave behind their homes and livelihoods, uncertain of their futures.

Preparing for Hurricane Season in Haiti

Haiti, nestled in the Caribbean, is no stranger to the relentless threat of hurricanes. These natural disasters wreak havoc on healthcare infrastructure, block roads, and isolate communities from vital medical assistance. With the current humanitarian crisis already stretching resources thin, this hurricane season (June-November) could be especially challenging. Climate change has increased the frequency and severity of tropical storms, making it more difficult to prepare and respond.

At Haiti Air Ambulance, we are committed to being prepared for these challenges. Our team works tirelessly to ensure we can respond quickly and effectively when disaster strikes. By maintaining strong partnerships with local hospitals and international aid organizations, we can coordinate our efforts to reach those in need.

The Ongoing Food Insecurity Crisis

Prior to the current humanitarian crisis in Haiti, the nation was already grappling with a food insecurity crisis. This has only been exacerbated by gang activity and violence. Out of a population of approximately 11 million people, around 4.97 million—almost half the population—requires some form of food assistance. Alarmingly, 1.64 million people are facing emergency levels of acute food insecurity. Children are particularly impacted, with an estimated 19% increase in the number suffering from severe acute malnutrition in 2024.

The key drivers of the current food insecurity are increased gang violence, rising prices, low agricultural production, political turmoil, civil unrest, crippling poverty, and natural disasters. These factors create a perfect storm, making it incredibly difficult to provide consistent and reliable access to food. Our team is working diligently to deliver essential nutrition to those in need, with recent deliveries to Haitian orphanages, as well as upcoming deliveries of 8,000 pounds of food.

How You Can Help Haiti

The situation in Haiti is dire, but there is hope. At Haiti Air Ambulance, we are committed to providing life-saving medical care and support to those in need. However, we cannot do it alone. We rely on the generosity of donors to sustain our operations and continue our mission. Your donation can make a significant impact, helping us to save lives and bring hope to those in desperate situations.

By donating to Haiti Air Ambulance, you are supporting critical relief efforts during this time of extreme crisis. Together, we can make a difference and provide a lifeline to the people of Haiti.