Death toll from heavy rains, floods up to 44

The National Disaster Risk and Reduction Management Council reported on Wed, Feb. 1, that the death toll from heavy rains and flooding caused by a shear line had risen to 44. (Photo courtesy of City Government of Zamboanga)

By Katrina Gracia Consebido

 

The death toll from heavy rains and flooding caused by a shear line has risen to 44, said the National Disaster Risk and Reduction Management Council (NDRRMC) on Wednesday, Feb. 1.

In its latest situational report, 14 were confirmed dead in Region 5, 12 in Region 9, 8 in Region 10, seven in Region 8, and one each in Regions 11, 12 and Mimaropa.

A total of 11 persons sustained injuries while eight were reported missing.

Around 497,777 families were affected, equivalent to 2,047,222 individuals.

The damage to agriculture and infrastructure was estimated to be P1.085 billion and P521 million, respectively, with 1,888 damaged houses. –ag 

 

Popular

PBBM underscores public cooperation as key to better disaster response

By Dean Aubrey Caratiquet President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. reiterated his call on the citizenry to remain on constant alert and exercise vigilant measures at...

PBBM lauds eGov app’s impact on Filipinos, hints at upcoming features

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. recognized the indispensable role of the eGov app in fast-tracking and streamlining the digitalization of government transactions and services,...

What’s next for the Marcos admin? Key agencies tackle food security, economic dev’t post-SONA 2025

https://www.youtube.com/live/hXRnysWZ6SM?si=GGc-0MxxrP1SXsvE By Brian Campued President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has reported the situation of the country—along with his administration’s progress, gains, and challenges in the past...

PBBM lauds improvements in PH labor market

By Dean Aubrey Caratiquet President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. praised the wide-ranging achievements made by his administration on bolstering the country’s domestic labor market over...