Canada, European Union, and the United Nations have all expressed they are ready to help the Philippines recover from the disastrous impact of the Super Typhoon Rolly that destroyed many homes, forced thousands to evacuate, and affected millions last November 1.
The Canadian government stated that they are ready to extend humanitarian aid for families who are now struggling to get their lives back on track.
“Our humanitarian partners and experts continue to assess the situation and Flag of Canada stands ready to assist as appropriate,” read the statement from the Canadian government.
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The United Nations stated that they have already mobilized teams and are coordinating with relevant government agencies to send help to those in need.
“We have not waited for the landfall of this typhoon to mobilize our humanitarian teams and take action,” said UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator to the Philippines Gustavo Gonzalez.
Meanwhile, the EU Delegation in Manila sent a solidarity message to the Filipino people, particularly those in the Bicol Region, the hardest-hit area.
“EU stands ready to assist in recovery efforts. The resiliency, strength, and courage of the Filipinos will persevere in these trying times,” it said in a statement.
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National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council Undersecretary Ricardo Jalad said 10 people were killed, one was injured, and several still missing as “Rolly” battered Bicol Region.
Interior Secretary Eduardo Año said the national government already sent a team to Catanduanes, the initial landfall of “Rolly”, to assess the required post-disaster response as it remains difficult to establish communication with the province.
“Ang problema natin sa ngayon, wala pa tayong contact sa Catanduanes pero mayroon na tayong mga pinapunta galing sa 9th Infantry Division, Coast Guard, kasama ‘yong iba’t ibang ahensya natin,” he said during the Laging Handa briefing.
