Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.
The Philippines faced the aftermath of the destruction brought by Typhoon Odette (international name Rai) on December 16, damaging infrastructure and agriculture, and affecting around 3.95 million Filipinos. In response to this devastating event, the international community and a number of organizations provided immediate assistance to support Filipinos in their recovery efforts.
Taiwan Association Inc. and the Love From Koten Foundation donated P2.7 million and P2 million in disaster relief assistance.
An aerial shot showed the effect of Typhoon Odette in Siargao. PHOTO COURTESY OF UNIC Manila/Ronald Al Jurado, SIKAT via OXFAM
Japan’s disaster relief goods and supplies arrived in Manila through the Japan International Cooperation Agency.
USAid facilitated the distribution of food packs and set up emergency logistics hubs in Surigao del Norte.
Unicef dispatched emergency supplies to respond to people’s needs for safe drinking water, sanitation, hygiene, nutrition, education, and child protection. PHOTO COURTESY OF UNICEF/Ernesto Casiple