Foreign aid arrives as Typhoon Kristine affects millions

Foreign countries and humanitarian organizations continue to scale up assistance for hundreds of thousands affected by Typhoon Kristine, which struck several regions over the past week.

The storm has impacted millions of Filipinos, particularly in the Bicol Region and Batangas, with many areas still submerged days after the event.

Singapore's Air Force C-130 aircraft and Malaysia's Royal Malaysian Air Force EC725 helicopter have arrived at Villamor Air Base to provide airlift support as requested by the Philippine government.

ASEAN member-countries are partnering with the Philippine Air Force to deliver disaster relief, including shelter materials and good packs from Singapore and supply deliveries by the RMAF and RBAirF.

The United States has pledged $1.5 million for disaster response, providing essential services like clean water and emergency shelter through USAID in collaboration with Philippine agencies.

NDRRMC reported that over 5.78 million people were affected by the storm, with 288 areas across the country still flooded, particularly in Central Luzon and Bicol.