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Marcos says gov’t in control as typhoon deaths hit 150
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. assured the public that the government is in "full control" of disaster management efforts despite the destruction caused by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine and Typhoon Leon.
Marcos stated that while resources might be stretched, the government possesses adequate assets for mitigation, recovery, and rebuilding.
Relief and recovery operations are ongoing in areas affected by Kristine, with intensified preparations for Leon.
All government agencies are on high alert and ready to deploy assistance as needed.
Typhoon Leon resulted in 150 fatalities, 29 missing persons, and 115 injured individuals, according to the NDRRMC.
As of Thursday morning, Typhoon Leon was located 155 km north of Itbayat, Batanes, with sustained winds of 175 kph and gusts up to 215 kph, moving northwestward.
Leon is expected to make landfall along the eastern coast of Taiwan on Thursday afternoon and may exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on Thursday evening or early Friday morning.
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. assured Filipinos that the government is in full control and prepared to manage the impact of Super Typhoon Leon.
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. admitted that the government's response to Severe Tropical Storm Kristine was insufficient, stating, "It's never enough. It's never enough. I wish we could do more."
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. praised local government units (LGUs) for their swift and proactive responses to Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, highlighting their role as crucial first responders who have saved many lives.
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President Marcos ordered the full mobilization of military assets, personnel, and transportation for rescue, relief, and rehabilitation efforts for Severe Tropical Storm Kristine.
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