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Dinagat Islands’ level of devastation horrifies relief workers
A Mindanao-based NGO, Balay Mindanaw Foundation, is appealing for urgent aid for Dinagat Island province following the devastation caused by Typhoon Odette.
At least 95% of the approximately 23,000 houses on the island were destroyed, leaving many residents homeless.
The typhoon also resulted in 15 reported deaths and completely damaged the province's agriculture and government center.
Critical infrastructure, including COVID isolation facilities, were also leveled by the storm.
There are reports of diarrhea cases, and access to many areas outside the provincial hospital remains severely limited.
Balay Mindanaw Foundation, in coordination with Provincial Governor Arlene Bag-ao, conducted a rapid damage assessment and needs analysis.
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Super Typhoon Odette has devastated Dinagat Islands, with Governor Arlene 'Kaka' Bag-ao describing the province as 'leveled to the ground'.
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Dinagat Islands sustained 90% to 95% damage to houses following the onslaught of Typhoon Odette.
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Vice President Leni Robredo appealed for immediate aid for Dinagat Islands, citing a severe scarcity of food supplies following the devastation caused by Typhoon Odette.
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Typhoon Odette, internationally known as Rai, has caused at least 80 reported deaths as of December 19, with the toll expected to rise as assessments continue.
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The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) confirmed 326 fatalities due to Typhoon Odette, with 14 deaths initially verified and 312 still undergoing validation.
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