Manila Bulletin
Robredo calls for help for Dinagat Islands: 'They're now running out of food, water'
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.
Robredo described the province as "wasak na wasak" (completely destroyed), noting the immense damage to infrastructure, including the provincial capitol.
She highlighted that the food supply in the province is nearly depleted, with no available goods for purchase, and communication lines, electricity, and water services are down.
Governor Kaka Bag-ao had to travel to Butuan City to seek assistance due to the dire situation in Dinagat Islands.
Robredo's team observed that many roads remained impassable due to fallen trees and electric posts, forcing them to use motorcycles for their assessment.
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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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A Mindanao-based NGO, Balay Mindanaw Foundation, is appealing for urgent aid for Dinagat Island province following the devastation caused by Typhoon Odette.
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President Rodrigo Roa Duterte visited Dinagat Island to assess the damage caused by Typhoon Odette and to provide assistance to affected communities.
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Vice President Leni Robredo visited typhoon-hit Bohol on Friday, December 17, to assess the situation and bring aid.
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Dinagat Islands sustained 90% to 95% damage to houses following the onslaught of Typhoon Odette.
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