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More international offers of help:

http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/12539738.htm

"In another astounding reversal of fortune, the Bush administration said for the first time that it will accept offers of foreign assistance.

At least 24 nations and international groups, ranging from close U.S. ally Israel to frequent antagonist Venezuela and even the United Nations, have offered medical teams, field hospitals, military aircraft and other help.

But will any of the help arrive in time?"