Philippines: coastal community of Guiuan destroyed

15-11-2013 Photo gallery

Despite major logistical challenges, the ICRC team has reached the coastal communities of Eastern Samar, where Typhoon Haiyan made its first landfall. Renewed heavy rain and deteriorating security – armed gunmen and looting have been reported – are making matters worse for an already exhausted population without shelter, food or drinking water. The ICRC and Philippines Red Cross will deliver desperately-needed aid in the coming days.

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  • Typhoon Haiyan dumped a pile of debris on the Basey Municipal Health Office, destroying all its medical equipment and supplies. The ICRC has just delivered medical supplies, enabling the Office to provide basic health care.
    © ICRC / G. Petrosyan