By Lynn
Typhoon Haiyan: Philippines president says death toll could be far lower than worst estimates
Typhoon Haiyan blew across the Pacific archipelago. The wind was more powerful than Hurricane Katrina. Nearly 2600 people have been injured from the storm and the death toll will probably be 2,000 to 2,500. It is far lower than the earlier estimate of 10,000. The president of Philippines said the earlier figures might have been influenced by "emotional drama".
Much of the aid is being sent to Manila which is the disaster zone. Brig. Gen. Paul Kennedy said the rest of the world needs to get mobilized. The U.S. has sent the aircraft carrier which carries 5,000 sailors and 80 aircraft, and 3 U.S. Navy warships. U.S. will also provide $20 million to help in relief efforts. The U.N. released $25 million for aid relief from the U.N. Central Emergency Response Fund.
The mayor of lloilo City said the storm "flattened" about 80% of the northern province. Buildings, churches, hospitals, and roads have all been destroyed. It makes hard to deliver food, medicine and other basic needs.
Source: http://worldnews.nbcnews.com/_news/2013/11/12/21417940-typhoon-haiyan-philippines-president-says-death-toll-could-be-far-lower-than-worst-estimates?lite
by Lucy
ReplyDeleteIn order to reduce the damage, the precaution for typhoon is very important and necessary. Since we have learned aid package with conditions, I think those countries who donate tents,food or money to Philippines must want something back.
by Effie
ReplyDeleteSuffering Typhoon Haiyan, Philipines is in a chaos.A report said that Filipinos wanted weapons to protect themselves than food. In this circustance, the government should pay attention not to let riot happen.
by Ryosuke
ReplyDeleteI also saw the news, and I heard public order because sanitation is not good, and many people steal something from destroyed houses. I think they need aid.
By Lynn
ReplyDeleteI think Philipines is still suffering from the disaster. It is sad to hear that they need weapons instead of food to protect themselves.