The United States government provided the Philippines with P28 million (approximately $500,000) in humanitarian supplies and logistical support for Super Typhoon “Julian” victims in Northern Luzon.
The aid comes in response to a formal request from the Philippine government. It aims to provide emergency shelter, water, sanitation, and hygiene support “for more than 4,000 households, or 16,000 people, in typhoon-affected areas.”
In addition, on October 7, the US Department of Defense deployed various military assets to assist the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) in transporting humanitarian supplies from Manila to Batanes.
“My heart goes out to everyone affected by Super Typhoon Julian, especially those living in the most devastated areas, including hard-to-reach Batanes,” US Ambassador to the Philippines MaryKay Carlson said.
“The United States is working closely with our Filipino friends, partners, and allies to provide life-saving assistance to enable those in disaster areas to recover as quickly as possible,” she added.
