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Mobilising support in times of crisis

When disasters strike, movement is crucial to relief efforts. Uber helps people reach safety and delivers essential supplies to communities across the globe. Since 2020, Uber has provided free rides and deliveries to support displaced residents in reaching shelters and accessing resources for recovery.

Global Impact

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Miles travelled for crisis relief

Helping people access shelters, healthcare, and essential resources

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Countries supported

Activating our platform to provide on-the-ground support to local communities

From regional natural disasters to local crises, we respond to a wide range of emergencies.

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Storms, Floods, Extreme Weather

Examples: Hurricane Melissa (2025), Sri Lanka cyclone (2025), Valencia floods (2024), Taiwan typhoon (2024), Rio Grande do Sul floods (2024)

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Fires & Wildfires

Examples: Los Angeles wildfires (2025), Greece wildfires (2025), Maui wildfires (2023)

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Earthquakes

Examples: Noto Peninsula earthquake (2024), Turkey & Syria earthquake (2023)

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Local Emergencies

Examples: Orange County Chemical Emergency (2026), Boyle Heights Warehouse Fire (2026)