MANILA (LiCAS News): Caritas Philippines appealed for aid to help families and communities affected by flooding caused by continuous rains. “Now is the time to share what we can,” it said noting that thousands of families are now facing the harsh impact of monsoon rains — “displaced, distressed and in need of urgent support.”
As of July 23, nearly two million people—or more than half a million families—were affected by the southwest monsoon and Typhoon Wipha [Crising], Typhoon Co May [Emong], and Tropical Storm Francisco [Dante], according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council.
Caritas said it is coordinating with international partners to align humanitarian efforts and mobilise additional resources.
It added that contributions from partner dioceses and the public will be directed to the most affected areas to address urgent needs.
“Let’s respond with compassion, generosity, and action,” it added.
Donations to Caritas-Philippines may be sent through the following:
Account Name: CBCP Caritas Philippines Foundation Inc.
BPI: 4951-0071-16
Metrobank: 632-7-632028586
BDO: 004508034192
Donations to the Vicentians Foundation can be delivered directly to St. Vincent Seminary on Tandang Sora Avenue in Quezon City. Financial support is also accepted through the Vincentian Foundation’s official channels.
Local diocesan social action centres in heavily impacted areas have activated emergency response efforts, distributing food packs, conducting rapid assessments and coordinating with local government units.
The agency reported that 27,682 families are currently staying in evacuation centers, while another 11,881 are receiving aid outside of them.
Central Luzon was the hardest hit, with 288,185 affected families, followed by the Ilocos Region with 43,127 and Western Visayas with 39,263.
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The estimated cost of damage to agriculture stands at P182 million [US$3.21 million], while infrastructure damage has reached P3.7 billion [US$653 million], authorities said.
In Quezon City, the Vincentian Foundation is provided shelter for approximately 700 individuals who have been displaced by several days of heavy monsoon rains, which have been intensified by recent storms.
“We are trying to help as many displaced persons as possible. While we can offer some assistance, many are still in need of help. We encourage everyone who is able and has the capacity to extend aid to those vulnerable to the impacts of the climate crisis,” Father Geowen Porcincula, executive director of the foundation, said.
The foundation’s Bamboo Housing Community opened its covered court and multipurpose hall on July 21 to accommodate evacuees from low-lying areas in Barangay Bagong Silangan, one of the most flood-prone communities in Quezon City.
Local authorities provided floor mats for the evacuees, while community partners stepped in to address immediate needs.
Relief supplies were also donated by the Jesuit-led Tanging Yaman Foundation.
As of 6:00pm on July 22, the Vincentian Foundation reported receiving 10,000 pesos [US$170] in cash donations, as well as 55,670 pesos [US$940] worth of in-kind contributions from a total of 12 donors, which included seven individuals and five groups.
Donations to Caritas-Philippines may be sent through the following:
Account Name: CBCP Caritas Philippines Foundation Inc.
BPI: 4951-0071-16
Metrobank: 632-7-632028586
BDO: 004508034192
Donations to the Vicentians Foundation can be delivered directly to St. Vincent Seminary on Tandang Sora Avenue in Quezon City. Financial support is also accepted through the Vincentian Foundation’s official channels.
