Addressing health challenges in the aftermath of Typhoon Pablo
28 December 2012. Typhoon Pablo is one of the most destructive
typhoons that hit the Philippines in 2012. The widespread damage
to affected areas is considered the most devastating for a
region that has never been affected by such extreme disaster in
many years. The typhoon also hit a vulnerable population that
lives in remote areas affected by armed conflict and civil
unrest. Response to the crisis caused by Typhoon Bopha Typhoon
Bopha (locally referred to as “Pablo”) struck the Philippines in
eastern Mindanao on 4 December. The typhoon caused heavy rains
and flooding affecting 5 412 140 people in 287 cities and
municipalities. As of 11 December, there were 714 deaths, 1906
injuries and 890 missing people, mainly in Compostela Valley
province. WHO is supporting health authorities and health
partners to coordinate the response to the affected population.
An estimated US$ 750 000 is urgently needed for the initial
response phase. National Disaster