209 families displaced by Crising in La Union
A total of 209 families, or 692 individuals, from 17 villages in La Union province have been displaced due to Severe Tropical Storm Crising as of Saturday morning.
Eleven families (29 individuals) are currently housed in evacuation centers while 91 families (326 individuals) are staying with relatives or in alternative accommodations.
La Union's Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) reported 14 weather-related incidents, including minor landslides, fallen trees, and flooded areas, but no casualties were recorded.
Governor Mario Eduardo Ortega has directed local government units to prepare resources and activate Incident Command Centers for immediate rescue responses or possible evacuations.
The province remains on red alert with all rescue vehicles and assets mobilized, including evacuation centers equipped with essential supplies ready to accommodate affected residents.
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