Severe Tropical Storm Crising Hits Metro Manila
Severe Tropical Storm Crising has caused widespread flooding and displacement across Metro Manila. The storm, combined with the southwest monsoon, or habagat, forced thousands to evacuate their homes. Local authorities quickly mobilized to address the crisis and provide relief.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) deployed nearly 3,000 personnel for disaster response operations. “About Tropical Storm Crising, I’d like to report that we deployed around 2,600—close to 3,000—personnel for disaster response operations, while 7,000 of our people are part of the reactionary standby support force,” PNP chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III said during a recent briefing.
Police Aid Evacuees Amid Flooding
Police have assisted at least 35,000 evacuees now staying in various evacuation centers across the affected areas. Gen. Torre also shared that 62 police officers have been impacted by the adverse weather conditions but remain committed to ensuring public safety. Authorities continue to coordinate closely with local government units and agencies to manage the situation effectively.
Human Toll and Evacuations
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reported five fatalities linked to Severe Tropical Storm Crising and the southwest monsoon, with seven individuals still missing. As of 8 a.m. Monday, approximately 800,864 people, or 225,985 families, have been affected nationwide.
Out of those affected, 20,115 individuals (5,921 families) currently stay in 319 evacuation centers. While Crising has exited the Philippine Area of Responsibility over the weekend, the habagat continues to bring persistent rains to many parts of the country.
Ongoing Challenges from Habagat
The continuing southwest monsoon is expected to prolong the wet weather, complicating recovery efforts and heightening the risk of further flooding. Local leaders noted the challenges faced by communities as they cope with disrupted daily lives and damaged infrastructure.
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