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Philippines: Typhoon Nalgae and Nesat Situation Report No. 5 13 October 2011

This report is produced by OCHA in collaboration with humanitarian partners. It was issued by OCHA Philippines. It covers the period from 8-13 Oct. The next SitRep will be issued on or around 18 October.

I. HIGHLIGHTS/KEY PRIORITIES • Over four million people were affected by the two typhoons with over 254,400 people requiring assistance, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC). • Limited access by road and intermittent access by air and sea is hampering relief and assessment efforts along the coastal areas of Islabela Province. • The Government has led the response and has not formally requested international assistance through a letter from the NDRRMC to the Humanitarian Coordinator. Individual line ministries have requested support from humanitarian agencies as needed.

II. Situation Overview

Typhoon Nesat, locally known as Pedring, battered 35 provinces in northern and central Luzon on 27 September, followed five days later by Typhoon Nalgae, locally known as Quiel, that followed a similar track to Nesat causing further damage to 17 of the 35 provinces on 1 October. Over four million people were affected by the typhoon that destroyed food crops, water systems, and homes that left over 727,000 people requiring assistance. As of 11 October over 254,400 remain in need of assistance according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC). Figure 1: Bulacan Province ©OCHA Philippines The NDRRMC reported a total of 101 typhoon related deaths, 18 deaths from Typhoon Nalgae and 83 deaths from Typhoon Nesat, as of 11 October. Search and rescue operations are ongoing to recover twenty people missing from Typhoon Nesat, and seven missing from Typhoon Nalgae. The NDRRMC is addressing the immediate needs of the affected population for those registered inside and outside of the evacuation centers, supported by the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) and humanitarian partners.

Table 1: Comparative impact of Typhoons Affected Inside ECs Outside ECs Typhoon # ECs Families People Families People Families People TY Nesat 58,747 254,412 64 5,746 25,403 52,983 229,009 TY Nalgae 33,680 143,702 74 7,882 35,982 25,798 107,720 (Source: NDRRMC, 11 October 2011).

Serious concerns also remain for the coastal communities of Isabela Province. Since Typhoon Nalgae on 27 September, there has been limited information and access to Divilacan, Dinapigue, Maconacon and Palananan municipalities due to continued inclement weather conditions and intermittent communications from the Local Government Units (LGUs). These coastal towns are only accessible by sea and air.

Reports on needs for Ifugao province have decreased due to existing preparedness measures including relief stockpiles and local resilience measures.

Typhoon Nalgae and Typhoon Nesat caused tremendous damage to people’s homes, with a cumulative total of over 71,584 houses damaged. Of these, 10,061 houses were destroyed and remaining 61,523 houses

Overall, the damage brought about by these natural disasters undermines the food security of several thousands of affected Filipino farmers who depend on agriculture for their livelihood and survival. The Department of Agriculture (DA) reports the total loss to crops and livestock is $269 million. The DA also reports 420,337 hectares of damaged rice lands with production losses amounting to 728,379 tonnes or equivalent to 11% of the harvest forecast for the last quarter of 2011.

Almost two weeks after Typhoons Nesat and Nalgae severely affected northern and Figure 2: Hagonoy aerial photo ©OCHA Philippines central Luzon, the NDRRMC is continuing to assess the impact of Tropical Cyclone Ramon that crossed Central Philippines and Northern Mindanao on 12 October. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Administration (PAGASA) reports that the storm is currently moving across the West Philippine Sea and is expected to move out of the Philippine area of responsibility on 14 October. The storm’s heavy rains caused flooding in provinces in northeastern Mindanao, including Misamis Oriental, South Cotabato and Dinagat Island, and in the Visayas, including Cebu, Iloilo and Capiz, and Romblon province in Luzon. One death and one injury were reported by NDRRMC and fourteen fishermen were rescued, 13 were from Misamis Oriental. Over 450 displaced families are being served both inside and outside evacuation centers. A total of 10 evacuation centers have been established. According to the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) Region III, Bulacan and Pampanga, were not affected by Ramon.

During the Philippines Humanitarian Country Team (HCT) meeting held on 10 October the RC/HC noted that the devastating impact of the two typhoons directly impacts on the livelihoods of the affected families and that the UN and the HCT stand ready to provide assistance and support restoration of livelihoods in support of the Government’s efforts.

The NDRMC, supported by the humanitarian community, continue to deliver food, water, shelter and medical supplies to those in need. The Government is working to access areas that were cut off by landslides and remain on high alert for further storms that are likely to assail already affected areas.

III. Humanitarian Needs and Response

WATER SANITATION HYGIENE Lead: Department of Health Co-Lead: UNICEF Needs: Region III provinces of Bulacan, Pampanga, Taralac and Nueva Ecijia, remain worst affected. In Bulacan, lack of sanitary facilities was identified as a key need with diarrhoea reported in Hagonoy and Paombong. Stagnant water has increased the risk of dengue, which was prevalent before the floods. DoH- Health Emergency Management Staff (DoH-HEMS) identified a need for access to safe water in all evacuation centers and solid waste management in the Bulacan evacuation centers. A DoH-Center for Health Development report recommended the collection of solid waste, de-clogging/de-sludging of septic tanks, increased supply of portalets and removal of stagnant water in Bulacan evacuation centers. Response: Regional DoH is coordinating with LGUs to improve solid waste management in evacuation centers and is providing funds for desludging and rental of portalets. UNICEF supplied 3,500 hygiene kits and 3,500 water kits to DSWD to distribute to families in evacuation centers in Bulacan and Pampanga. Save the Children distributed 820 jerry cans with drinking water, 209 family hygiene kits, and 600 household kits to Calumpit (Meysulao, Gatbuca, Caniogan) and Hagonoy (Palapat, San Miquel, Tampok) in Bulacan. ADRA

HEALTH Lead: Department of Health Co-Lead: WHO Needs: As reported by the NDRRMC, 13,646 families remain in evacuation centers and need access to essential health services, including medical consultations for acute respiratory infections, acute watery diarrhea, fever, skin infections and hypertension. As floodwaters have started to recede, rural health units and barangay health stations that were damaged by the floods need rehabilitation. Twenty-one cases of suspected leptospirosis have been reported in Bulacan, two deaths have also been attributed to leptospirosis. An increase in diarrhoeal cases has been reported across several barangays of Malolos and Calumpit in Bulacan. Suspected measles cases have also been reported. Patient referrals systems continue to be affected. The Reproductive Health Working Group has received requests for reproductive health (RH) and hygiene kits. The DoH-HEMS requested one set of RH Kit #6 which can serve a population of 30,000. There is also a need to distribute hygiene kits to the flood-affected municipalities of Region III particularly Bulacan and Pampanga. Ifugao province requested 100 clean delivery kits and 250 hygiene kits. Local NGO ZOTO requested one RH Kit #6, 1,000 hygiene kits and 10 medical missions in Navotas, Malabon and Manila. ZOTO also reported 1,000 pregnant women and more than 3,000 infants needing health care. Response: The DoH, the Philippine Medical Association and MSF deployed mobile medical teams to affected communities and evacuation centers in Bulacan. DoH has started prophylaxis against leptospirosis in selected areas in Bulacan and continues to conduct epidemiological investigation of suspected cases of leptospirosis and measles reported by their early warning system. In addition to providing hygiene kits and clean delivery kits, UNFPA is supporting medical missions in flooded areas in Malabon, Navotas and Manila. The Philippine Red Cross provided hygiene kits for 2,300 families in Navotas and Pangasinan and plans to provide hygiene kits for 10,000 families in Bulacan, Pampanga, Isabela and Ifugao. Plan International has distributed relief goods and conducted assessments in the towns of Lagawe, Kiangan, Lamut, Hingyon, Banaue, and Asipulo in Ifugao province. With support from UNFPA, medical teams from ZOTO are scheduled to conduct 10 medical missions in Navotas, Malabon and Manila. UNFPA will seek additional assistance for additional requests of RH kits. Gaps & Constraints: Access to functional health services is an increasing concern for affected populations that are returning to their homes. Populations in flooded areas require continued access to mobile health teams. There is a lack of detailed health information in affected provinces, aside from Bulacan. The RH Working Group is exploring options to preposition RH and hygiene kits with the DoH-HEMS provided adequate warehousing facilities are available.

NUTRITION Lead: Department of Health Co-Lead: UNICEF Needs: The rising health concerns in the affected areas coupled with limited access to basic health services increases the risk of development of acute malnutrition. The DoH expects acute malnutrition to be a problem in the coming weeks especially in areas with disease outbreaks and areas that remain inaccessible. One case of acute malnutrition has been reported through the SPEED system and will be verified by anthropometric assessment. The low baseline coverage of vitamin A requires immediate intervention for populations outside evacuation centers. Safe areas for breastfeeding and distribution of infant formula and health promotion activities are needed in evacuation centers. In an assessment by the Philippine Red Cross in Bulacan and Pampanga, one evacuation center had a designated breastfeeding area. Response: UNICEF will provide 5,700 units of Breastfeeding in Emergencies materials in Bulacan. The Nutrition Cluster is undertaking a resource and capacity mapping exercise in preparation for potential requests for assistance. Gaps & Constraints: There is a lack of detailed nutrition and health information in affected provinces. No additional Vitamin A supplementation activities are planned by Government.

FOOD Lead: Department of Social Welfare and Development Co-Lead: WFP

www.unocha.org The mission of the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) is to mobilize and coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors. Celebrating 20 years of coordinated humanitarian action 4 Needs: Food has been identified as a priority area. Food needs are met mainly by government, complemented by assistance from NGOs and the private sector and will need to continue in some areas until the water levels recede and access to food is re-established. Response: Relief food assistance is on-going by the government, complemented by NGOs and the private sector with a total worth of over $2.9 million (PhP125 million). A total of 5,764 families in 64 evacuation centers and 52,983 families outside of evacuation centers continue to receive relief assistance containing food packs (noodles, rice, and canned goods) from DSWD and LGUs. WFP continues to distribute 218 tonnes of High Energy Biscuits to beneficiaries in Regions I, II and III. DSWD has pre-positioned standby funds and relief goods worth $1.7 million (PhP75.399 million) in Regions I, II, III, IV-A, IV-B, V, CAR and NCR: Standby Funds (PhP10.976 million) and Relief supplies (PhP64.423 million). Also, several INGOs (ADRA, WVI, Care Netherlands) have provided relief food assistance to areas affected in Bulacan. Gaps & Constraints: In the short-term, food assistance continues to be one of the priority needs among those whose houses are inundated and have limited access to food. While the Government is able to meet the immediate food needs, concerns continue with regard to accessing those outside of the evacuation centers and the longer-term recovery needs.

AGRICULTURE Lead: Department of Agriculture Co-Lead: FAO Needs: The DA reports the total value of production lost to crops and livestock is $269 million, an increase from earlier reports of $159 million (30 September). The total production loss of rice is 420,337 hectares or 94% of total crop production, a two percent increase from previous reports. The 728,379 MT loss accounts for 11.19% of the total national harvest forecast for last quarter of 2011.Total production loss to corn is 34,413 hectares or US$ 12 million. The 45,497 MT loss accounts for 2.93% of national forecast for last quarter of 2011. Response: As of 10 October, the DA deployed teams to conduct field validation and damage assessments across Luzon. The information collected by these teams will form the basis for the rehabilitation plan that aims to respond to the needs of the typhoon-affected farmers. FAO remains on standby to assist in conducting post-disaster damage and needs assessment, jointly with the DA and other government counterparts. Gaps & Constraints: Lack of detailed information on actual damage to farms and livelihoods. The number of affected farmers and fishers remains a challenge to plan for an appropriate response.

CAMP COORDINATION/ CAMP MANAGEMENT Lead: Department of Social Welfare and Development Co-Lead: IOM Needs: According to NDRRMC, 138 evacuation centers are operational and 13,646 families are in evacuation centers. Following reports from LGUs, the number of damaged houses has increased to 71,584 (10,061 totally and 61,523 partially). Given the significant reduction in the number of displaced families, the Cluster is coordinating with local counterparts to determine durable WASH and shelter repair solutions for their homes. Response: Relief distribution of NFI kits continues to be the major response of CCCM Cluster members and humanitarian partners. A total of 820 jerry cans with 5 gallons of purified water; 209 family hygiene kits; and 600 household kits were distributed by Save the Children in Calumpit and Hagonoy, Bulacan. Also, Save the Children deployed three response teams to Aurora, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija and Bulacan to conduct assessments and identify needs of affected families, especially children. Gaps & Constraints: The CCCM Cluster is working with members and LGUs to determine durable solutions for the returning IDPs. A lack of detailed information on needs and gaps in evacuation centers remains a challenge. Information is being gathered with the regional offices of the DSWD to share with the wider humanitarian community.

EDUCATION Lead: Department of Education Co-Lead: UNICEF/Save the Children Needs: As of 11 October the DepED’s Rapid Damage Assessment Report (RADAR) indicated a total of 914 schools were affected by Typhoon Nesat and Nalgae with a total damage cost of about $9.5 million (PhP412 million). A total of 461 schools, with 1,331 classrooms need major repairs. The majority of affected school children are in Regions II, III and IV, specifically in the provinces/cities of Quirino, Pampanga, Bulacan, San Jose del Monte, Catanduanes, and Masbate. DepED continues to validate actual school-specific needs. Meanwhile, the suspension of classes highlights the need for supplementary classes for the 388,324 children

www.unocha.org The mission of the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) is to mobilize and coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors. Celebrating 20 years of coordinated humanitarian action 5 throughout the 26 provinces/cities of Regions I, II, III, IV-A, V, CAR, and NCR. A total of 132 schools have been used as evacuation centers and will require rehabilitation prior to the commencement of regular classes. A recent report from Save the Children on education-related damages in Hagonoy, Bulacan, indicated that a total of 962 day care children, 8,134 high school students, 16,008 elementary pupils, 2,027 elementary teachers, 250 high school teachers, and 26 day care workers had been affected in 59 schools, 29 of which were elementary schools, 4 high schools, and 26 day care centers. Response: In support of the DepED, Cluster members continue to provide validation and needs assessments support in heavily affected areas in Pampanga, Bulacan, Navotas, Nueva Ecija, Aurora,and Quirino. Plan International will conduct a field assessment during the week of 17-21 October 2011. UNICEF and Save the Children are preparing a response for Hagonoy, Bulacan and Aurora Province following an official request to the Cluster from the LGUs. In support of the Government, UNICEF has prepositioned 50 early childhood care and development packs, 1,450 elementary school packs, 800 high school packs and 20 elementary library book sets. Furthermore, Save the Children provided back-to-school kits in Bulacan. Gaps & Constraints: Lack of detailed information on actual damage to textbooks and other learning materials. Due to the suspension of classes, supplementary classes are needed for flood-affected children in order to meet standard learning milestones and competencies. Tracking of pupils at risk of dropping out of school and appropriate interventions to help them continue their studies through alternate delivery modes.

LOGISTICS Lead: Office of Civil Defence Co-Lead: WFP Needs: The Office of Civil Defence (OCD) requires ten rubber boats for use by the Armed Forces of the Philippines and Philippines National Police Water Search and Rescue in Central Luzon. Response: DSWD delivered 20,000 family food packs of 4.6kg each from their warehouse in Manila to San Fernando and Bulacan. In order to complement DSWD capacity, WFP provided four trucks for transport of 12,800 family food packs to Pampanga and two trucks for transport of 6,400 packs to Bulacan from the DSWD warehouse in Manila. Following the request for assistance received from OCD, WFP is identifying a potential supplier both locally and regionally of ten rubber boats. Gaps & Constraints: The requested rubber boats are not available in local emergency stocks or in the UN Humanitarian Response Depot in Subang, Malaysia. The estimated cost of the boats locally purchased is around $50,000.

IV. Coordination

The DoH convened a meeting on 12 October to discuss issues pertinent to the WASH, Health and Nutrition Clusters. The meeting was attended by members of the Clusters, both from Government and HCT: DOH, WHO, UNICEF and INGOs. The meeting focused its discussion on issues relating to the Typhoons Nesat and Nalgae, including information management and interventions that can be implemented to assist LGUs.

The DSWD convened a meeting of the Shelter Cluster on 10 October to discuss recovery assistance for families whose houses were totally or partially damaged.

OCHA is tracking assessments and 3w (who, what, where) conducted by humanitarian partners in the typhoon affected areas on the Philippines Humanitarian Response website: http://ph.one.un.org/response. Humanitarian partners can provide inputs and updates to the matrix by emailing OCHA: [email protected].

For detailed information of the impact of Typhoon Nalgae and Typhoon Nesat and the Government of the Philippines response to date, please refer to the website: http://www.ndrrmc.gov.ph/.

V. Funding

The Philippine Red Cross launched an appeal for donations on 4 October for $3.85 million (CHF3,550,719) to support its on-going relief services, and support long-term intervention for the hardest struck cities and provinces through Rehabilitation and Recovery, Shelter, Livelihood, Water and Sanitation, Hygiene Promotion, Disease Prevention, and Capacity Development programs. The appeal aims to reach 50,000 families over eight months. Visit: http://www.redcross.org.ph/donatenow

AusAID released pre-positioned non-food items with the Philippine Red Cross to support an initial 10,000 families. The NFI packs included kitchen sets, hygiene kits, blankets, mosquito nets (malaria treated), plastic

The Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID) is assessing the situation and exploring options to provide immediate assistance through its partner INGOs and LGUs/government channels, also through the UN system for later early recovery efforts.

The Humanitarian Aid department of the European Commission (ECHO) is assessing the situation and exploring options to provide immediate assistance through partners.

All humanitarian partners, including donors and recipient agencies, are encouraged to inform OCHA's Financial Tracking Service (FTS - http://fts.unocha.org) of cash and in-kind contributions by e-mailing: [email protected].

VI. Contact

Please contact: Manila, Philippines: David Carden, Head of Office, OCHA Philippines carden@un,org, (+63) 917-513-9924

Manila, Philippines: Maria Agnes Palacio, OCHA Philippines [email protected], (+63) 917-552-8413

For more information, please visit http://ph.one.un.org/response/, http://reliefweb.int/.