Rising Death Toll from Southwest Monsoon and Cyclones
MANILA, Philippines — The death toll from the southwest monsoon and recent tropical cyclones has climbed to 38, sources said. This four-word keyphrase “southwest monsoon and cyclones” highlights the ongoing crisis affecting millions nationwide.
However, only three of these fatalities have been officially confirmed, according to the latest 6 a.m. situational report released on Sunday. The number of injured individuals has increased to 33, with 24 cases verified while the rest remain under investigation. Meanwhile, eight people are still reported missing.
Thousands Affected and Evacuated Nationwide
The total number of affected individuals now stands at over 8.5 million, equivalent to more than 2.3 million families. Among them, 24,771 families, or around 91,906 people, are currently staying in 839 evacuation centers across the country. In addition, 32,320 families—totaling approximately 123,624 individuals—are receiving aid outside formal evacuation sites.
Damage to homes is extensive, with 73,015 houses reported damaged across multiple regions. These include the Ilocos Region, Cagayan Valley, Cordillera Administrative Region, Central Luzon, Calabarzon, Mimaropa, and Bicol Region. The destruction also spans Western Visayas, Negros Island Region, Central Visayas, Zamboanga Peninsula, Northern Mindanao, Davao Region, Soccsksargen, Caraga, and the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.
Government Response and Relief Efforts
To support those impacted, the government has distributed more than one billion pesos in aid. This assistance comes through the Department of Social Welfare and Development, the Office of Civil Defense, local government units, and various non-government organizations. Officials continue to coordinate efforts to ensure timely help reaches affected families.
Local leaders noted the widespread devastation caused by the southwest monsoon and cyclones, urging communities to stay vigilant as weather conditions remain unpredictable.
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