(as of November 5, 2024) Caritas Philippines and the social action network are on the ground providing relief and coordinating with local partners to assess and address the needs of communities affected by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine (#KristinePH).
Interview on Radyo 630 Caritas Philippines Executive Director Fr. Tito Caluag interview with Radyo 630 on the response of the social action arm of the CBCP.
Rapid Needs Assessment in Diocese of Daet Caritas Philippines, in coordination with the Diocesan Social Action Ministry of Daet, conducted a rapid needs assessment to determine the impact of Severe Tropical Storm #KristinePH on the most affected communities in Camarines Norte.
Immediate needs identified include: food, potable water, sleeping kits, emergency shelter kits, shelter repair kits, medicine, hygiene/sanitation kits, alternative livelihoods, and essential household items (kitchen utensils, solar lamps). (See more photos on Caritas Philippines’ Facebook page)
Rapid Needs Assessment in the municipalities of Milaor, Minalabac, and Gainza in Camarines Sur Several municipalities remain underwater, forcing families to set up makeshift shelters (using tents, tarpaulins, and salvaged materials) along roadways. (See Facebook post for more photos)

(Image credit: LASAC)