SW monsoon affects over 220,000 individuals in PH

The southwest monsoon has affected over 220,000 individuals across the Philippines, according to the NDRRMC.

A total of 93,743 families, equivalent to 221,435 people, in 363 barangays have been affected by heavy rains and floods.

Among those affected, more than 20,000 people were displaced, with many housed in evacuation centers, mostly in Regions 9 and 12.

Flooding occurred in several regions including Zamboanga Peninsula, Northern Mindanao, Davao Region, Soccsksargen, and Bangsamoro.

The NDRRMC confirmed one death in Northern Mindanao and is validating another reported death in Davao Region, along with two reported injuries and one missing person.

Crop damage is estimated at nearly P21 million, affecting 238 farmers and fisherfolk.

The habagat continues to affect western sections of Southern Luzon and Mindanao, while an LPA brings scattered rains over eastern sections of Visayas and Mindanao.

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