Philippines, Flooding in Palimbang, Sultan Kudarat

Flash Flood Incident in Palimbang, Sultan Kudarat as of 23 September 2020, 6PM 1. Summary On 15 September 2020, a flashflood incident occurred in Barangays of Poblacion, Langali, Malatunol, Badiangon, and Wasag in Palimbang, Sultan Kudarat due to heavy rains associated with strong wind brought by Low Pressure Area and South West Monsoon. 2. Status of Affected families/persons A total of 474 families or 2,370 persons were affected by the armed conflict in 5 barangays in Palimbang Sultan Kudarat 3. Status of displaced families/persons a. inside evacuation center There are 105 families or 525 persons currently taking temporary shelter in 2 Evacuation Centers in Palimbang Sultan Kudarat b. outside evacuation center There are 310 families or 1,550 persons temporarily staying with their relatives and/or friends. 3. Assistance provided A total of ₱444,400 worth of assistance was provided to the affected families and individuals by the DSWD. SITUATIONAL REPORT Current efforts: 23 September 2020 The Disaster Response Operations Monitoring and Information Center (DROMIC) of the DSWD-DRMB is closely coordinating with DSWD-FO XII for significant reports on the status of affected families, assistance, and relief efforts. DSWD FO XII provided 808 family food packs to the affected families.