The Philippine Embassy in Ankara, Turkey reported that they have started distributing aid to Filipino quake survivors in devastated areas.
The embassy also confirmed that two Filipinos were hurt by the devastating quake but have already recovered.
“Mindful of current regulations implemented by the Turkish government, the Embassy has successfully begun its initial mission to the affected provinces in southeast Turkiye, in coordination with Turkish authorities,” the embassy said.
“The Ambassador is personally leading the Embassy Team to meet with as many Filipinos as able and practicable, subject to the conditions of surrounding infrastructure and ongoing local operations,” the embassy said.
Philippine officials also met with Filipinos in the cities of Adana and Iskenderun, one of the most devastated areas in Hatay province.
“The Embassy continuously receives a steady stream of confirmed and unconfirmed reports of Filipinos experiencing varying degrees of distress. These included two confirmed reports of injured Filipinos, who are now recovered,” the embassy said.
It added that the embassy already distributed relief goods like food, water,blankets and cash.
“We deeply appreciate the relief goods that continue to be provided through the generosity of our Filipino brethren in Turkiye,” the embassy said.
