Apayao declared in state of calamity; folks missing
>> Sunday, August 13, 2023
LUNA, Apayao -- Apayao was declared under a state of calamity following devastation of Super Typhoon "Egay" which made landfall here July 25 and 26.
The storm brought about widespread destruction, causing loss of lives, infrastructural damage and displacement of communities, with damage now totaling up to P1.2 billion.
The provincial government, in coordination with national disaster response agencies, implemented declaration of a state of calamity for allocation of resources to respond to needs of affected communities.
The storm brought about widespread destruction, causing loss of lives, infrastructural damage and displacement of communities, with damage now totaling up to P1.2 billion.
The provincial government, in coordination with national disaster response agencies, implemented declaration of a state of calamity for allocation of resources to respond to needs of affected communities.
Egay packed maximum sustained winds of up to 185 kilometers per hour and brought torrential rains, flash floods and landslides.
The severity of the typhoon caught many residents off guard, leading to devastating consequences in towns and villages.
Latest reports said some individuals were still missing.
Search-and-rescue operations are underway in collaboration with the Philippine National Police, Philippine Army, Bureau of Fire Protection and volunteer groups. Authorities were working to locate and assist those stranded or in distress.
The typhoon's impact on infrastructure has been extensive, with power and communication lines severely damaged or completely disrupted. Major roads and bridges have also been rendered impassable due to landslides and debris.
The provincial government coordinated with agencies to restore critical services and establish temporary shelters for those displaced by the disaster.
In response to the situation, humanitarian aid and relief efforts from the national government are pouring into Apayao.
Relief goods, medical supplies and emergency equipment are being mobilized to help affected communities.
But access to some remote areas remained challenging due to damage caused by the typhoon.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed his condolences to the families who lost their loved ones and pledged the full support of the national government in the recovery and rebuilding process.
The severity of the typhoon caught many residents off guard, leading to devastating consequences in towns and villages.
Latest reports said some individuals were still missing.
Search-and-rescue operations are underway in collaboration with the Philippine National Police, Philippine Army, Bureau of Fire Protection and volunteer groups. Authorities were working to locate and assist those stranded or in distress.
The typhoon's impact on infrastructure has been extensive, with power and communication lines severely damaged or completely disrupted. Major roads and bridges have also been rendered impassable due to landslides and debris.
The provincial government coordinated with agencies to restore critical services and establish temporary shelters for those displaced by the disaster.
In response to the situation, humanitarian aid and relief efforts from the national government are pouring into Apayao.
Relief goods, medical supplies and emergency equipment are being mobilized to help affected communities.
But access to some remote areas remained challenging due to damage caused by the typhoon.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed his condolences to the families who lost their loved ones and pledged the full support of the national government in the recovery and rebuilding process.
He assured affected residents that resources and assistance would be provided without delay.
Meanwhile, Gov. Elias Bulut Jr. urged residents in low-lying areas and landslide-prone areas to remain vigilant, due to risk of further flooding and landslides.
The declaration of a state of calamity empowers the provincial government to mobilize emergency funds and resources more efficiently, which is crucial in addressing the immediate needs of the affected population.
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