As of 2:30 p.m February 21, DSWD 11 reported that a total of 23, 994 families or 94, 155 individuals have been affected by the bad weather.
The shear line also triggers fatal landslides in Davao de Oro towns and Mati City in Davao Oriental leaving 8 dead - - 4 in Barangay Central, Mati City; 3 in Monkayo, Davao De Oro; and one in Barangay Napnapan in Pantukan, Davao de Oro.
The prolonged downpour caused rivers and creeks to swell, resulting in the inundation of low-lying and flood-prone communities in the region.
DSWD 11 said open evacuation centers are currently accommodating the displaced families. Concerned Local Government Units, through their Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Offices are conducting monitoring and assessment with the local social welfare and development office present in evacuation centers to respond to the immediate needs of displaced families.
DSWD 11 provided a total of P824,600 worth of assistance consisting of food and non-food items.
Meanwhile, the Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Center (RDRRMC) 11 recorded a total of 47 barangays affected by flooding and landslides incidents in 33 barangays mostly occurring along roadsides.
Two houses were recorded partially damaged.
📷DSWD 11