On behalf of the Philippine Humanitarian Country Team and the international humanitarian community, acting UN Humanitarian Coordinator Soe Nyunt-U will appeal for support to help the Government of the Philippines to provide life-saving assistance to more than 471,000 people severely affected by the devastating Tropical Storm Sendong. The priority needs are water, food, sanitation and hygiene services and facilities, temporary shelter and debris clearance.
Dr. Soe visited Cagayan de Oro and Iligan cities in Northern Mindanao Region on 20 and 21 December to see firsthand the humanitarian situation in the worst-affected areas. He also met with Government representatives, aid organizations and communities affected by this tragic natural disaster.
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