Super Typhoon Carina (International name: Gaemi) intensified the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat), causing widespread and continuous rains that flooded Luzon Island. Around 600,000 people were displaced and evacuated from their homes to safety in shelters.
On July 24, 2024, Carina dumped over 300mm of rainfall. Even though Carina left the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on July 25, it will continue to affect Zambales, Bataan, and Pangasinan until July 27, according to DOST PAG-ASA.
The most affected areas include Metro Manila, Oriental Mindoro, Batangas, Cavite, Bataan, and Bulacan, now placed under states of calamity.
Private sector initiatives are complementing government relief efforts. Here are ways you can help the victims:
Community Kitchens by Community Pantry PH
Community Pantry PH, started by Patreng Non during the pandemic, has started community kitchens for Carina victims. As of now, 148 Community Kitchens provide hot meals to evacuees.
How to Help:
- Volunteer at a community kitchen by approaching the nearest evacuation center.
- Start your own Community Kitchen at a local evacuation center. For assistance, contact Novie Lim, Ella Marie Orito, or Shainee Dalɘ.
- Bring donations to evacuation centers. Ask the center or barangay about their needs. Suggested items include:
- Ready-to-eat food
- Toiletries (especially napkins, diapers)
- Clothes
- Blankets
Financial Support:
- Send donations via GCash to 09163875833
Support Community Kitchens:
Tulong Kabataan PH Disaster Response Center
Youth-led Tulong Kabataan PH is calling for in-kind and cash donations to provide “resilience” bags and hot meals to affected communities.
Cash Donations:
- UnionBank
Account Number: 1096 6083 8825
Account Name: Earl Benz Molina - GCash
Account Number: 0921 889 1348
Account Name: Anna Kristina M.
In-kind Donations:
- Ateneo de Manila University Leong Hall (Near Gate 3)
- University of the Philippines Diliman – Alcantara Hall (3F Student Union Bldg.)
- University of the Philippines Manila – USC Office
Support Tulong Kabataan PH:
Angat Bayanihan Volunteer Network by Angat Buhay
Angat Buhay, founded by former Vice President Leni Robredo, offers rescue assistance, medical consultations via E-Konsulta, hot meals, and provisions in evacuation centers.
Support Angat Bayanihan:
Oplan Pagdadamayan by Nukes Coal-Free Bataan
The campaign group for a nuclear and coal-free Bataan has turned into the Oplan Pagdadamayan relief working group.
Support Oplan Pagdadamayan:
Brigada Kalikasan
Non-profit environmental group Brigada Kalikasan has called for donations to feed, clothe, and provide urgent needs of affected communities.
Support Brigada Kalikasan:
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