PCG rescues over 186,000 people affected by Storm Kristine

Philippine Coast Guard rescuers carefully evacuate a senior citizen in a wheelchair amid waist-deep floodwaters caused by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine in Zone 4, Libon, Albay, on October 23, 2024.

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has rescued over 186,000 individuals from nine regions affected by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine (international name Trami).

The PCG reported on Thursday that Southern Tagalog, Northeastern Luzon, National Capital Region, Eastern Visayas, Southern Visayas, Western Visayas, and Northeastern Mindanao were severely affected by Kristine.

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“Approximately 3,115 Coast Guard responders have rescued over 186,257 individuals in various residential areas that were flooded due to the recent severe tropical storm,” the agency said.

Seven vessels and 171 vehicles were dispatched to help the government with its disaster response operations.

As of Thursday, the PCG has transported 28,484 relief supplies to affected communities.

Based on the latest report of disaster agencies, Kristine and Typhoon Leon (international name: Kong-rey) affected 7.4 million people and reportedly killed 150 individuals.