Philippines, Flooding in Labuan and Patalon, Zamboanga City

Description

On 19 January 2021, rivers overflowed due to continuous heavy rains caused by localized thunderstorms brought by the Low-Pressure Area affecting some parts of Zamboanga Peninsula particularly, Brgy. Talisayan, Labuan and Patalon, Zamboanga City resulting to flooding incident the area.

A total of 243 families or 729 persons were affected by the flashflood incident in Brgy. Talisayan, Labuan and Patalon, Zamboanga City see Table 1).

A total of 190 families or 570 persons taking temporary shelter at the Talisayan Elementary School (see Table 2).

The Disaster Response Operations Monitoring and Information Center (DROMIC) of the DSWD-DRMB is closely coordinating with DSWD-FO IX for significant reports on the status of affected families, assistance, and relief efforts.