The cyclone that hit Maynmar has devastated the region beyond what was
initially reported.  There was a storm surge after the cyclone which
contributed to the horrible outcome.

The link below will take you to the most recent information.  Approximately
22,000 are estimated dead and 41,000 missing.  The area is difficult to reach
and aid has been slow to arrive.  Millions are without shelter.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/24478247

If you would like to help,  go to one of the links below.


American Red Cross
International Response Fund
P.O. Box 37243
Washington, DC 20013
(800) HELP-NOW
http://www.redcross.org


InterAction at (202) 667-8227 or http://www.interaction.org. This link lists
multiple agencies that are accepting aid if you have a particular preference
in how to donate.

Myanmar is also known as Burma.  Click on the link to get more information
about the country.                           

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Wikipedia has a great section detailing Myanmar's history, geography, and government.