The United States government has prepositioned 137,000 food packs and 500 shelter kits for victims of the recent “doublet” earthquake in Davao Oriental.
US Ambassador MaryKay Carlson expressed sympathy and confirmed coordination with the Department of Social Welfare and Development to assess further needs.
Messages of support have also come from other foreign missions, including Japan, Australia, China, and the European Union.
Japan announced it will provide emergency relief to earthquake victims in northern Cebu through the Japan International Cooperation Agency.
Their aid includes tents, blankets, water purifiers, and other essential supplies to help affected communities recover.
Source: PhilNews24 | October 12, 2025
US SENDS 137,000 FOOD PACKS AND SHELTER KITS TO DAVAO ORIENTAL QUAKE VICTIMS
You might be interested in
Latest from News
A group of Filipino-American leaders has urged President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to allocate part of the
Ateneo de Manila University ranked highest among Philippine universities in the latest Times Higher Education (THE)
The Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) secured its sixth freeze order from the Court of Appeals, covering
The Free Legal Assistance Group (FLAG) launched its anniversary book, “Frontliners for Human Rights,” chronicling 50
The House of Representatives approved the P6.793-trillion national budget for 2026 on second reading through voice