HOUSTON -- Myanmar has agreed to accept more aid from the United States to assist the victims of a devastating cyclone.

The Myanmar government said about 62,000 people are dead or missing. The United Nations suggests that number may actually be closer to 100,000.

The relief efforts are global, and the Burmese American Association of Texas has mobilized in Houston and is ready to help.

"It's really huge, and we cannot do it alone," Myo Thane said. "The Burmese people cannot do it alone, and the government, the Burmese government, cannot do it alone. So as a Houstonian, living in Houston, we are starting out locally."

The association is asking for donations in the form of checks. If you are able to donate, please send them to Burmese Association of Texas, P.O. Box 3359, Sugar Land, Texas, 77487. Checks should be made payable to the Myanmar Cyclone Relief Fund.

Donations can also be made by calling (713) 339-3688.