Manchester, England, residents used the power of social media to help stranded concert-goers after a deadly blast at the city’s Ariana Grande performance Monday night.
Using the hashtag #RoomForManchester on Twitter, locals alerted anyone struggling to get home to spare beds, couches and floor space. Even those who weren’t able to host guests shared the hashtag, including Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, helping it trend on Twitter.
If you are stranded in the area you can also follow #RoomForManchester where hotels and local people of our great city are offering refuge https://t.co/yaRwKMGwzV
— Mayor Andy Burnham (@MayorofGM) May 23, 2017
The explosion, which killed at least 19 people and injured about 50, at Manchester Arena, closed off parts of the city and disrupted transportation, leaving many seeking refuge for the night. Police said they were investigating the blast as terrorism.
A large sofa and a fair amount of floor space if anybody needs a place to stay just south of the city centre. #RoomforManchester
— Matthew Cooper (@c00perM) May 23, 2017
If need somewhere to stay in Manchester DM me #roomformanchester
— Charlie Ingall (@CharlieIngall) May 23, 2017
If you need a safe place our home is open for you #roomforManchester
— Hollie-jay Bowes (@jolliehaybowes) May 23, 2017
If there is anyone that needs transport in #Manchester I have 3 spaces in my car and can help if needed #roomforManchester 💗💗
— Danny Beard (@thedannybeard) May 23, 2017
There's a spare room at mine in Levenshulme if anyone's stranded and needs it #RoomForManchester @ me.
— Bethany Black (@BeffernieBlack) May 23, 2017
Others remarked that such generosity during a tragedy was helping restore their lost faith in humanity.
#RoomForManchester is a heartwarming hashtag in the midst of such sadness and devastation. #ManchesterArena pic.twitter.com/QrBpXzBSE9
— Simon Ostler (@SimonOstler) May 23, 2017
If it is terrorism, then it is cowardice, and it won't change us, it won't win. Check out #RoomForManchester - people reacting with love.
— Rupert Myers (@RupertMyers) May 23, 2017
Loving the outreach from the entire #Manchester community for those who are stuck without a place to stay, check out #RoomForManchester 🖤
— Lauren Marsh (@LMarshMusic) May 23, 2017
The #roomformanchester hashtag is restoring my faith a bit in humanity
— Mark Ortega (@MarkEOrtega) May 23, 2017
When terrorism makes you question humanity, look to the heroes. In Manchester thousands are rushing to aid those in need. #RoomForManchester
— Jack Slater (@Jack_Slater) May 23, 2017
So proud of Manchester pulling together through this horrific, vile situation.
— The Lottery Winners (@LotteryWinners) May 23, 2017
Search #roomformanchester for a place to stay, if stuck.
If you want to remember what humanity is, click #RoomForManchester. Massive respect to them all.
— Despa Robinson (@DespaRobinson) May 23, 2017
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