Natural Disaster Strikes Philippines: 81 Fatalities Reported
The Office of Civil Defence (OCD) in the Philippines has reported 81 fatalities due to the devastating impact of Tropical Storm Kristine (Trami), which swept through various regions of the country this week.
Casualties Still Subject to Validation
According to the Philippine News Agency (PNA), Office of Civil Defence (OCD) administrator Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno stated that this figure is still "subject to validation" to confirm whether the deaths were directly attributable to the storm.
Verification of Casualties
"The 81 casualties were reported by our regional offices. That will still be verified by the Philippine National Police (PNP), who would submit it to the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)," he said.
Regional Breakdown of Casualties
More than half of the casualties were recorded in the Calabarzon region with 48, followed by Bicol with 28.
Additional Fatalities Across Regions
Based on data released by the Office of Civil Defence (OCD), at least two fatalities were reported in the Cordillera region, one in Ilocos, one in Central Luzon, and one in the Zamboanga Peninsula.
Missing Persons on the Rise
The number of missing persons has risen to 34, with most believed to be trapped due to landslides.
"Hopefully, we can still locate them, but many are likely victims of landslides," he said.
Conclusion
The aftermath of Tropical Storm Kristine has left a trail of devastation in its wake, resulting in significant loss of life and damage to property. The Office of Civil Defence (OCD) is working to verify the reported casualties and locate those still missing, with the aim of providing timely and effective support to those affected.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many fatalities have been reported due to Tropical Storm Kristine?
- 81
- What is the current status of the reported casualties?
- Subject to validation and verification by the Philippine National Police (PNP) and Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)
- Which regions have been most affected by the storm?
- Calabarzon, Bicol, Cordillera, Ilocos, Central Luzon, and Zamboanga Peninsula
- How many people are still missing?
- 34
- What is the primary cause of the missing persons?
- Landslides