Southern Leyte under state of calamity after Typhoon Tino kills 2

Southern Leyte has been placed under a state of calamity following the devastation caused by Typhoon Tino.

Governor Damian Mercado stated that at least two individuals have died, six were injured, and one person remains missing due to the typhoon.

The typhoon caused significant damage to infrastructure, properties, and livelihoods, leading to extensive flooding, landslides, and destruction of homes and utilities.

Over 40,328 residents were affected, with initial reports of two fatalities in Saint Bernard town now updated to reflect the governor's statement.

The province is working to reach inaccessible areas like Silago to assess needs for food and water, with the DSWD providing initial aid.

Provincial engineers are being dispatched to assess the extent of damage to homes and determine needs for repair materials.

The state of calamity declaration allows the provincial government to access calamity funds for rescue, relief, and rehabilitation efforts.