Over 4,200 people remain in San Fernando evacuation centers amid floods
MABALACAT CITY — Evacuation centers and staging areas in San Fernando, Pampanga are still sheltering 1,126 families, or 4,283 individuals, as of Monday, Aug. 31.
The San Fernando government said in a social media post that 52 families, or 198 people, are already settled in permanent evacuation centers, while 1,074 families, or 4,085 individuals, are currently staying in staging areas and temporary camps.
The evacuees left their homes due to deep flooding caused by persistent monsoon rains.
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Staging areas and temporary camps include barangay halls, senior halls, covered basketball courts and public schools.
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“The City Social Welfare and Development Office continues to appeal to those who are able to provide assistance,” it said.
The local government said evacuees need hot meals, drinking water, blankets, sleeping mats and other basic necessities.
It said donations may be brought to the 24/7 Emergency Operations Center at the Resilience Training Center, Civic Center Complex. /mcm
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