Yes, no one has taken charge here and everyone is pointing fingers. The mob mentality is there because most of those in the area are poor and uneducated and don't know how to help themselves.
While many of us have visited as tourists and seen the best side of the city, it was hiding the side of poverty, crime and lack of education. The government there was corrupt and completely loaned itself to favoritism. No real leadership.

Our neighborhood has several emergency teams put together in case of earthquake. It took 3 days before we had help after the 1994 quake and over a month to have some normality. We have communally bought supplies, trained in First Aid and search and rescue to take care of ourselves in the event. I have backpacks with water and food. In the 1994 earthquake, I even had extra shoes for one barefoot woman in her nightgown wander the street in front of our condo that was destroyed. I had enough water for 5 days for two and food for my dogs too.

We do need to get rid of the entitlement mentality. We help those who help themselves. I've written a substancial check to help, but, I am afraid that the criminal element will benefit too. I can only hope that the ones who will receive aid are those who have suffered and are truly helpless.