PBV to Support Typhoon-Affected Communities in the Philippines
Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) is supporting the recovery of communities affected by typhoons in the Philippines. Between October and November of last year, the Philippines was hit by six consecutive typhoons. These storms brought floods and landslides, resulting in the tragic loss of over 160 lives and impacting an estimated 9 million people.
Typhoon Vamco (known locally as Ulysses), which made landfall in mid-November, was particularly devastating. It caused widespread damage in regions like Luzon and Catanduanes, destroying homes, downing trees and power lines, and making roads impassable.
In Catanduanes, the damage was catastrophic. Approximately 193,227 individuals (54,922 families) were affected, with a staggering 81.7% (170,621 people) losing their homes and seeking temporary shelter in evacuation center or with other families. A total of 32,180 houses were damaged, including 7,766 completely destroyed. The agricultural and fishing sectors were also severely impacted, affecting the livelihoods of over 17,000 people.
To address these urgent needs, PBV will be partnering with local NGO, People’s Disaster Risk Reduction Network (PDRRN), over the next eight months. The project will focus on rebuilding the lives of fishing communities by providing support such as boat repair and fishing equipment.
PBV has a strong partnership with PDRRN, built through collaboration on post-disaster relief programs following Typhoon Haiyan in 2013. PBV and PDRRN are committed to working together to ensure the timely recovery and reconstruction of the affected communities.
This project is made possible thanks to the generous donations from PBV Disaster Relief supporters.
Photo Credit: PDRRN