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Cebu Governor declares state of calamity
Cebu Governor Gwendolyn Garcia declared a state of calamity for the entire province due to the destruction caused by Typhoon Odette.
This declaration allows local government units access to disaster funds for relief and rehabilitation efforts.
Clearing operations on roads are a priority to ensure access to affected towns, and contractors will be asked to assist with equipment like chainsaws and backhoes.
Residents urgently need food and materials for makeshift shelters, and the province is working to restore electricity and communication lines.
Cebu City Mayor Michael Lopez Rama has appealed to the private sector for assistance and asked for understanding regarding ongoing utility issues.
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Cebu City Mayor Mike Rama declared a general state of calamity and emergency effective midnight, Saturday, December 18, following the devastation brought by Typhoon Odette.
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President Rodrigo Duterte has declared a state of calamity in regions severely affected by Typhoon Odette to expedite relief and rehabilitation efforts.
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Iloilo City has been placed under a state of calamity following the devastation caused by Typhoon Odette, allowing access to more national government aid.
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Malacañang defended President Rodrigo Duterte's declaration of a state of calamity in areas hit by Typhoon Odette, stating it was done at the appropriate time.
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Cebu province is preparing for the arrival of Typhoon Odette, with the entire province now under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 as of Wednesday, December 15.
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