Chef José Andrés Is Helping To Feed People Devastated By The Earthquakes In Haiti

On August 14, a 7.2-magnitude earthquake hit Haiti. So far, 2,100 people are dead and 12,000 are injured. As those numbers continue to increase, the devastated community is also struggling to feed its members.

Chef José Andrés’ World Central Kitchen is on the move to bring food to these areas of Haiti. Right after the earthquake hit, the organization was already preparing to bring sandwiches, salads and pastries to the country’s capital, Port-au-Prince, from the World Central Kitchen’s culinary school located nearby. As first responders and airport security were being fed, more staff from the U.S. flew in to help make additional hot meals with local ingredients.

Andrés showed his support from home as he recovered from a case of breakthrough coronavirus, but he expressed a desire to join his team as soon as he was cleared. On social media, Andrés has been vocal about supporting Haiti during this difficult time and getting vaccinated.

"I'm recovering from COVID, which thankfully was mild because I'm vaccinated,” his tweet read. “Please, get your vaccine when you can, wear your mask...don't let your guard down. Together we will beat this! I'll be joining @WCKitchen in Haiti soon.”

In the past, WCK has worked to feed the people of Puerto Rico after the devastation of Hurricane Maria, made and brought food to Texans after winter storm Uri, and prepared thousands of meals for victims of California wildfires. So, it’s no surprise the organization is quickly on the scene to help the people of Haiti affected by this natural disaster. To support World Central Kitchen in its quest to feed communities struck by disaster, visit its website.

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