Haiti Earthquake News: Refugees Flee Port-au-Prince As Haitian Security Situation Deteriorates

Haiti Earthquake News: Refugees Flee Port-au-Prince As Haitian Security Situation Deteriorates
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PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti -- The number of refugees fleeing the Haitian capital surged Monday, as thousands fought to get on buses leaving for the countryside. Prices for tickets doubled as the buses jostled in long lines at gas stations.

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