Agencies preparing to help Iraqis who may flee if war starts

Tuesday, November 5, 2002

AMMAN, Jordan -- Fearing a repeat of the refugee crisis sparked by the Gulf War and its aftermath, aid agencies and governments are quietly drawing up plans and stockpiling supplies to help Iraqis who may flee their country if new fighting breaks out.

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