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In just the past 10 days, the Philippines has faced an unprecedented disaster: four successive typhoons, including super typhoons Pepito (Man-yi) and Nika (Toraji), have ravaged the country with massive losses for farmers and the agricultural sector. These storms, exacerbated by the climate crisis and government negligence, have left millions of Filipinos displaced, and their homes, farms, and livelihoods in ruins.
The most impacted areas from typhoon damage include:
The Bicol region (at the southern tip of Luzon) has seen over 1 million individuals across 1,441 barangays affected. Flooding has submerged 870 hectares of rice fields and destroyed roads, homes, and livelihoods. Entire communities in Albay, Camarines Sur, and Sorsogon are grappling with nearly total crop loss, while farmers face mounting debts and food insecurity.
Catanduanes (an island in the Bicol region) suffered catastrophic damage from Super Typhoon Pepito. Tens of thousands were displaced, with abaca production—the backbone of the island’s economy— severely damaged. Farmers face years of recovery due to abaca’s long cultivation cycle​
In Cagayan Valley (in the northeastern section of Luzon), severe flooding caused by Typhoon Nika has displaced over 1,600 families. The Magat Dam’s water releases and Cagayan River’s overflow have inundated 35 villages. Residents are now bracing for Typhoon Ofel, which threatens to worsen the already dire conditions​.
Environmental degradation resulting from quarrying around Mount Mayon and political inaction have intensified flooding and lahar risks in the province. At the same time, unchecked land degradation in Catanduanes and improper dam water management in Cagayan have left these regions more vulnerable to storm impacts​.
Storm impacts also amplify existing socioeconomic vulnerabilities. Farmers, fisherfolk, and low-income communities bear the brunt of the disaster. They face widespread poverty, limited government assistance, and systemic neglect, leaving them in a constant cycle of debt and displacement​.
The disaster has left communities in desperate need of:
- Basic relief: food, clean water, shelter, hygiene kits, and medical supplies.
- Livelihood support: seeds, farming tools, and financial aid to help farmers and fisherfolk recover their incomes.
- Infrastructure repair: flood-damaged homes and public structures require urgent rehabilitation​.
The ICHRP donation drive will support affected communities. Your contribution can help deliver lifesaving relief and rebuild the hope and livelihoods of Filipinos.
Donate now to provide:
- Emergency supplies for displaced families.
- Farming tools and materials for rural livelihoods.
- Advocacy support to hold accountable the Marcos Jr. government for the neglect and continued exploitation of these communities.
Donate to typhoon relief efforts: ichrp.net/ReliefPH
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