ICRC appeals for P1.3 B more for ‘Pablo’ victims

MANILA, Philippines - The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is seeking P1.3 billion (about 30 million Swiss francs) in additional funding to support its relief operations for victims of typhoon “Pablo.”

In a statement, the ICRC said the needs of people affected by Pablo are “still staggeringly high” more than two months after the typhoon devastated the country.

“The destruction caused by the typhoon has left them with few resources, as most have lost not only their homes but also the sources of their livelihood,” the ICRC said. 

Alain Aeschlimann, head of ICRC’s East Asia, Southeast Asia and Pacific operations, said the money would be used to provide food, hygiene items and other essentials like tarpaulins, mosquito nets and cooking utensils.