“What struck us on December 2021? A typhoon, cyclone or a hurricane?

“What struck us on December 2021? A typhoon, cyclone or a hurricane? It’s actually just the same thing. They are just called different names in different parts of the world. Super Typhoon Odette was at 155 kph, in comparison, Yolanda had a strength of 255 kph. Leyte was also hit during Yolanda (November 2013) so…

Cebu urgently needs food items and shelter –PHILRADS Assessment

The PHILRADS Rapid Assessment Team went to Cebu, one of the hardest-hit islands of Typhoon Odette, on December 28. The canvassing of grocery items for the relief packs proved to be a challenge as most grocery stores were closed. Cell signals were weak. The supposed Bohol and Southern Leyte assessments were cancelled because of strong…

PHILRADS responds to Siargao, Help Still Needed

PHILRADS responds to Siargao; Help still needed Last December 14, the center of Severe Tropical Storm (STS) Odette was seen at around 890 km East of Mindanao. The following day, it intensified into a Typhoon as it moved Westward over the Philippine Sea East of Mindanao. On December 16, Typhoon Odette became stronger as it…

Flight to Butuan for the Relief Operations

The PHILRADS team waiting for their flight to Butuan for the Relief Operation in Dinagat Island and Siargao Island. Pray for their safe travels. #OdettePH #PHILRADSInAction

What the Beneficiaries will receive

What would each family receive from our relief items? – 25kg rice- Canned goods – Biscuits- Cooking oil- Dried fish- 5 gallons drinking water Thank you very much to our donors and partners who made this possible. However the need is still massive. We continue to ask for your support and prayers.You, too, can partner…

Philrads set to Distribute Food Packs

The PHILRADS team is set to distribute food packs to 151 of the most affected families in Metro Cebu, at Praise Cathedral, Cebu City. The procurement of relief goods is still a challenge as supermarkets in all major cities in Cebu ran out of stock of rice, water, canned goods, biscuits, noodles, and bread. Water…

Video: Philrads Team Onsite Report

Half of the PHILRADS team from Alegria to Sibonga and Alcoy in Cebu province had to find safe and accessible roads, due to damaged and dangerous roads. Five days have passed before Alegria residents received aid, according to them.The other team headed by Mr. David Liban takes care of purchasing relief items.Food and water drinks…

Philrads Team Canvassing

The PHILRADS canvassing of grocery items for the relief packs proved to be a challenge as most grocery stores are closed. The supposed Bohol and Southern Leyte assessment tomorrow was cancelled because of the RED WARNING LEVEL and strong to gale force winds warning issued by PAGASA. Flooding is a threat to low-lying areas in…

Philrads Team: Bringing Hope to the Visayas Region

As the Philrads team goes to their new mission field, aside from their luggage is their unwavering faith and deep resolve in helping the people. Philrads team once again sets out for Relief Response for the victims of Typhoon Odette in Cebu and RDANA in Bohol and Southern Leyte. This team is led by no…