Philippine rescuers work from earlier in the morning to help thousands of people trapped since last Thursday, on the roofs of their homes after typhoon “Nesat” and “Nalgae” more than 1.5 meters in depth which have resulted in some 55 deaths.
The Meteorological Service (Pagasa), said “Nalgae” left the Philippines today and warned that the rains will continue and will continue feeling the effects for days with floods and mudslides on the slopes of the mountains.
While the number of victims is increasing communications in areas isolated by the floods are recovering.
While the number of victims is increasing communications in areas isolated by the floods are recovering.
Many families refuse to evacuate for fear that their homes are looted. In addition, 162,000 people are treated in evacuation centers and other 325,000.
The Government has ordered the deployment of helicopters and boats to reach inaccessible areas. So far “Nesat” has caused $ 153 million in losses.
(BG)
