Summary
The World Health Organization warned that millions of Pakistanis affected by historic floods are now at risk of waterborne disease. Areas in central and southern Pakistan are still underwater and 70,000 more homes have been damaged, adding to the one million homes already impacted. Abdullah Fadil, the UNICEF representative in Pakistan, joined Nick Schifrin to discuss the humanitarian crisis. For a transcript of this story, click here .Five Facts
- Who is interviewed for this story, and what is his background?
- Where is Pakistan?
- How much of Pakistan has been affected by severe flooding?
- Why are people in flood zones still at risk even after the floodwaters begin to recede?
- What are some ways Pakistan is being aided by international organizations?
Focus Questions
What do you think are some of the best ways for the international community to help a country like Pakistan that suffers such a devastating natural disaster? Media literacy : Why do you think the producers chose to interview a representative from UNICEF (United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund) for this story? Why not someone from Pakistan?For More
What students can do: Watch the story again and make a list of all the needs faced by affected Pakistanis in this piece. Then, discuss the list. Which needs are easiest to address? Which are the most difficult? Then, pick out one need and sketch out an invention that would help meet the need — for instance, what might be a simple and effective way to sterilize drinking water for people who don't have access to clean water?- To learn more about the flood and requested needs, watch this story:
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