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Showing posts with label Calamity. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Calamity. Show all posts
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Monday, April 5, 2010
7.2-magnitude earthquake hits Southern California
A 7.2-magnitude earthquake shakes up the U.S.-Mexico border region ((Mexico's Baja California, Arizona and southern California)) causing power outages and destruction of different structures.
According to Authorities via CNN, "Two people reported dead and 100 injured in Mexico". Reportedly, it is the largest earthquake in the region in nearly 18 years.
Checkout the video below by YouTube user kaelynn08: "I just happened to be in the middle of making a video song when this freaking earthquake hit and i caught it on tape. excuse my french, haha. and if you listen, you can hear people outside sceaming. crazyyy."
[Photo: AFP/File/Sam Yeh]
According to Authorities via CNN, "Two people reported dead and 100 injured in Mexico". Reportedly, it is the largest earthquake in the region in nearly 18 years.
Checkout the video below by YouTube user kaelynn08: "I just happened to be in the middle of making a video song when this freaking earthquake hit and i caught it on tape. excuse my french, haha. and if you listen, you can hear people outside sceaming. crazyyy."
[Photo: AFP/File/Sam Yeh]
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Presidents Clinton and Bush Launch Haiti Relief Fund
Former U.S. Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush with President Barack Obama joins together to launch the Clinton Bush Haiti Fund to raise money for medical aid and relief supplies for the devastating 7.0 earthquake victims in Haiti.
Statement from former President Bush and former President Bill Clinton.
Statement from former President Bush and former President Bill Clinton.
We are deeply saddened by the devastation and suffering caused by the recent earthquake in Haiti. The people of Haiti are in our thoughts and prayers.To donate, visit the Clinton-Bush Haiti Fund [CLICK HERE].
We are pleased to accept President Obama’s request to lead private sector fundraising efforts. In the days and weeks ahead, we will draw attention to the many ways American citizens and businesses can help meet the urgent needs of the Haitian people.
Americans have a long history of showing compassion and generosity in the wake of tragedy. We thank the American people for rallying to help our neighbors in the Caribbean in their hour of suffering – and throughout the journey of rebuilding their nation.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Michelle Obama Haitian Earthquake PSA Ad
First Lady Michelle Obama announced her total support to help Haitian earthquake victims.
In her latest PSA, Michelle said, “The images from Haiti are heartbreaking. Homes, hospitals and schools are destroyed. Families searching for loved ones, parents trying to feed their children, but we can all do something. We can help the American Red Cross as it delivers the food, water, and medicine that can save lives."
The First Lady explains that you can donate $10 for the medical and relief efforts. Just text HAITI to 90999 or visit www.redcross.org or call 1-800-REDCROSS.
In her latest PSA, Michelle said, “The images from Haiti are heartbreaking. Homes, hospitals and schools are destroyed. Families searching for loved ones, parents trying to feed their children, but we can all do something. We can help the American Red Cross as it delivers the food, water, and medicine that can save lives."
The First Lady explains that you can donate $10 for the medical and relief efforts. Just text HAITI to 90999 or visit www.redcross.org or call 1-800-REDCROSS.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Manny Villar Noodles, controversial?
Many Filipinos are deeply battered by typhoon "Ondoy" (Ketsana) and typhoon "Pepeng" (Parma), right now international aids and local donations are now pouring in to help victims who are still living in evacuation centers and still stranded at their home.
Pagodkanaba blog wrote an article about a politician and his relief efforts which is good but somehow it delivered disgusting annoying impression. It seems doing deeds really has a price and an agenda.
Relief goods like can sardines, rice, instant noodles are being distributed by Senator Manny Villar's camp (I'm not anti nor pro Villar) but his interest to help are being doubted by some Filipinos. A photo from Pagodkanaba blog shows his picture is in the instant noodles.
All Filipinos knows that he is running for President in 2010 and it seems he forgot to take a timeout in campaigning or he simply don't want some people to claim the credits. (Lol!)
There are also other politicians doing this things. Later, I'll post it too.
Pagodkanaba blog wrote an article about a politician and his relief efforts which is good but somehow it delivered disgusting annoying impression. It seems doing deeds really has a price and an agenda.
Relief goods like can sardines, rice, instant noodles are being distributed by Senator Manny Villar's camp (I'm not anti nor pro Villar) but his interest to help are being doubted by some Filipinos. A photo from Pagodkanaba blog shows his picture is in the instant noodles.
All Filipinos knows that he is running for President in 2010 and it seems he forgot to take a timeout in campaigning or he simply don't want some people to claim the credits. (Lol!)
There are also other politicians doing this things. Later, I'll post it too.
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Transparency in using Calamity funds
Many Filipinos are still struggling with the aftermath of typhoon "Ondoy" (Ketsana) and typhoon "Pepeng" (Parma) in which relief are very much needed. The government is busy appealing for international aid but some of their actions is now being doubted.
As the government seek more funds and planning to extend the state of calamity for a year, many are now thinking and suspicious if the said funds will really go to the victims and infrastructure project. Integrity is still the biggest problem of this Administration.
A smell of corruption-misuse are brewing with this funds and possibility of diverting this funds for the upcoming 2010 Philippine national election.
The Filipinos wants transparency and it is now time to put on a proper study about the preparedness procedures for future disaster.
Until now, many typhoon victims are not still receiving the proper help that they needed.
As the government seek more funds and planning to extend the state of calamity for a year, many are now thinking and suspicious if the said funds will really go to the victims and infrastructure project. Integrity is still the biggest problem of this Administration.
A smell of corruption-misuse are brewing with this funds and possibility of diverting this funds for the upcoming 2010 Philippine national election.
The Filipinos wants transparency and it is now time to put on a proper study about the preparedness procedures for future disaster.
Until now, many typhoon victims are not still receiving the proper help that they needed.
Saturday, October 3, 2009
TYPHOON "PEPENG" (PARMA) Signal Warning Update
TYPHOON "PEPENG" (PARMA) Signal Warning Update: (as of 11:00 am) PAGASA
Signal No.3 (100-185 kph winds)
Batanes group of Island
Cagayan
Babuyan Island
Calayan Island
Ilocos Norte
Abra
Apayao
Kalinga
Northern Isabela
Signal No. 2 (60-100 kph winds)
Cagayan
Rest of Isabela
Ilocos Sur
Mt. Province
Ifugao
Signal No. 1 (30-60 kph winds)
La Union
Benguet
Nueva Vizcaya
Quirino
Aurora
Nueva Ecija
Eastern Pangasinan
Signal No.3 (100-185 kph winds)
Batanes group of Island
Cagayan
Babuyan Island
Calayan Island
Ilocos Norte
Abra
Apayao
Kalinga
Northern Isabela
Signal No. 2 (60-100 kph winds)
Cagayan
Rest of Isabela
Ilocos Sur
Mt. Province
Ifugao
Signal No. 1 (30-60 kph winds)
La Union
Benguet
Nueva Vizcaya
Quirino
Aurora
Nueva Ecija
Eastern Pangasinan
Thursday, October 1, 2009
After "Ondoy", Typhoon "Pepeng" is moving in northern Luzon
Victims of storm "Ondoy" (international name Ketsana) in Metro Manila and Central Luzon are still struggling and slowly salvaging what its left in their properties but sadly to say another storm is threatening again their lives. Typhoon "Pepeng" (international codename Parma) continued to move towards northern Luzon.
Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said "Pepeng," may develop into a super typhoon, will move closer to Catanduanes by Friday morning and Saturday morning.
Another possible devastation is now being monitored by the authorities. Preparation are now being conducted.
Fatalities in storm "Ondoy" is now over 300. In NDCC (6 am reports), total of 512,092 families or 2,506,845 persons have been affected and 277 dead.
Prayers for my fellow Filipinos and other victims outside the Philippines. "Ondoy" also devastated Vietnam and Cambodia.
Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said "Pepeng," may develop into a super typhoon, will move closer to Catanduanes by Friday morning and Saturday morning.
Another possible devastation is now being monitored by the authorities. Preparation are now being conducted.
Fatalities in storm "Ondoy" is now over 300. In NDCC (6 am reports), total of 512,092 families or 2,506,845 persons have been affected and 277 dead.
Prayers for my fellow Filipinos and other victims outside the Philippines. "Ondoy" also devastated Vietnam and Cambodia.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Calamity loans for victims of "Ondoy", easy grant?
Many are glad on the great news about Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) and Pag-Ibig Funds announcement that they will provide emergency-calamity loan to the victims of tropical storm "Ondoy" (international name: Ketsana) but suddenly I realized that how can you get a loan if your supporting papers are wash up by the flood or under the mud.
Reality check, services like in GSIS showing quick result is just a media publicity. The reality is many are doubting if the state-run insurance agency can easily grant the victims without their usual specific requirements.
I hope the two agencies have setup a easy processing procedure so that the victims of storm "Ondoy" can avail the needed loan and start their lives again.
Actually before the storm, GSIS is still having problem with the pensioner's pension plus granting loans due to their reason: computer upgrading. Hmmm.......
Reality check, services like in GSIS showing quick result is just a media publicity. The reality is many are doubting if the state-run insurance agency can easily grant the victims without their usual specific requirements.
I hope the two agencies have setup a easy processing procedure so that the victims of storm "Ondoy" can avail the needed loan and start their lives again.
Actually before the storm, GSIS is still having problem with the pensioner's pension plus granting loans due to their reason: computer upgrading. Hmmm.......
Saturday, September 26, 2009
storm "Ondoy" flooded Metro Manila and parts of Luzon; DISASTER EMERGENCY HOTLINES
Heavy rains and strong wind brought by tropical storm "Ondoy" flooded and submerged parts of Metro Manila and different province in Central Luzon forcing thousands of people to fled their homes.
National Disaster Coordinating Center (NDCC) placed 25 provinces and Metro Manila under a state of calamity.
The provinces are Aurora, Quirino, Nueva Vizcaya, Nueva Ecija, Pangasinan, Tarlac, Zambales, Pampanga, Bulacan, Rizal, Quezon, Isabela, Mountain Province, Ifugao, Benguet, La Union, Ilocos Sur, Laguna, Cavite, Batangas, Mindoro Oriental, Mindoro Occidental, Marinduque, Camarines Norte, and Bataan.
In some areas, flood waters has reached the roof of their houses making the rescue more difficult.
DISASTER EMERGENCY HOTLINES YOU CAN CALL: (via GMAnews)
National Disaster Coordinating Committee
911-1873
911-5061
912-5296
912-2665
Philippine Coast Guard
527-6136
Red Cross
143
527-0000
Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA)
136
896-6000
Taguig emergency hotline
1623
Bureau of Fire Protection Region III (Central Luzon)
Hotline (045) 9634376
Meralco
16220
National Disaster Coordinating Center (NDCC) placed 25 provinces and Metro Manila under a state of calamity.
The provinces are Aurora, Quirino, Nueva Vizcaya, Nueva Ecija, Pangasinan, Tarlac, Zambales, Pampanga, Bulacan, Rizal, Quezon, Isabela, Mountain Province, Ifugao, Benguet, La Union, Ilocos Sur, Laguna, Cavite, Batangas, Mindoro Oriental, Mindoro Occidental, Marinduque, Camarines Norte, and Bataan.
In some areas, flood waters has reached the roof of their houses making the rescue more difficult.
DISASTER EMERGENCY HOTLINES YOU CAN CALL: (via GMAnews)
National Disaster Coordinating Committee
911-1873
911-5061
912-5296
912-2665
Philippine Coast Guard
527-6136
Red Cross
143
527-0000
Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA)
136
896-6000
Taguig emergency hotline
1623
Bureau of Fire Protection Region III (Central Luzon)
Hotline (045) 9634376
Meralco
16220
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