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Super Typhoon Rai Response 2021

Super Typhoon Rai Response 2021

On December 16, 2021 the Philippines was hit by Super Typhoon Rai. Typhoon Rai has brought destruction and hardship to some of the most vulnerable communities already suffering due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It carried gusts up to 270 km/h with maximum sustained winds of 195 km/h near the centre making it the strongest storm to make landfall in the Philippines this year. The trail of Super Typhoon Rai crossed the Philippine archipelago from Caraga to Eastern and Central Visayas and Palawan.

As of January 3, there were 407 fatalities and 1,100 injured. The storm affected 6.8 million people and at it’s peak displaced 660,000 people across nearly 2,000 evacuation centres in affected areas. Electricity was out in hundreds of municipalities and due to the severity of the storm it was estimated it may be up to three months before electricity is restored to all locations. Nearly 830,000 houses were damaged by the high winds and will require repairs before they become habitable again.


270 KM PER HOUR GUSTS

6.8 MILLION AFFECTED

660,000+ PEOPLE DISPLACED


GlobalMedic was ready to mobilize and respond to this disaster. We have put together 810 Family Emergency Kits which will provide families with essential resources. The kits contain a ceramic household water filtration unit to provide access to clean drinking water at the point of use. They also contain essential hygiene items like soap, toothbrushes and toothpaste, along with oral rehydration salts. Finally, the kits contain a solar light which can be used to extend the day and provide increased security while families are displaced.

Posted in ResponsesTagged disaster, hygiene, solar light, typhoon, water

Philippines: Typhoon Goni and Vamco Response 2020

Philippines: Typhoon Goni and Vamco Response 2020

On November 1, 2020 Typhoon Goni made landfall in the Philippines and is the strongest typhoon to hit the country this year. Just over a week later, Typhoon Vamco made landfall becoming the fifth tropical storm to reach the country in a three week period. These storms brought destructive winds and torrential rainfall, triggering extensive flooding across multiple regions in the country.


2+ MILLION AFFECTED

5 STORMS IN 3 WEEKS

500,000 DISPLACED


Over 2 million people have been affected by severe flooding and more than 500,000 people have been displaced. Landslides and power outages are affecting many parts of the country and families have been forced into evacuation centres. GlobalMedic is responding.

Our Response

We are packing Family Emergency Kits to distribute to families affected by the typhoons in the Philippines. The Family Emergency Kits include a water purification system, basic hygiene items, and a solar light. The water purification system is vital because many families have lost their homes and access to clean drinking water. The hygiene items are included to help families regain a sense of normalcy as well as prevent the spread of COVID-19. The solar lights provided much needed light and security since many were without electricity.

We have also been working with our local partners, the Trinity Fire Volunteer Department, to respond to emergent needs on the ground. We have helped to fund the procurement of a rescue boat and other rescue supplies which are being used to rescue those trapped by flash flooding. We are also working with them to distribute aid and assisting with the initial debris clean up.

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Posted in ResponsesTagged disaster, hygiene, philippines, typhoon, water

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