MANILA, Jul 26 (NNN-PNA) – At least 30 Filipinos are now known to have died, in the south-west monsoon, enhanced by three tropical cyclones that triggered flash floods and landslides in the Philippines, since last week, a Philippine government agency said, today.
In a report, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reported that, seven others are missing, either swept away by flash floods or buried in landslides.
It added that, the massive flooding and landslides also resulted in 10 injuries.
The agency reported that, it validated 13 of the 30 fatalities.
The NDRRMC reported that, over 1.46 million families, or approximately 5.30 million people, were affected nationwide.
The Office of Civil Defence reported that, 88 cities and municipalities have declared a state of calamity, to expedite emergency response efforts, and facilitate access to necessary resources.
Typhoon Wipha, Francisco, and Co-May have exited the Philippines, but the state weather bureau warned today that, the south-west monsoon is expected to dump more rain in the coming days in parts of Luzon Island.
An average of 20 typhoons lash the Philippines yearly.– NNN-PNA
