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Manila Seeks International Help for Flood victims

28/09/09September 28, 2009

The Philippine authorities have appealed for international help as rescue workers struggle to deal with the aftermath of the tropical storm Ketsana that triggered massive flooding in and around the capital Manila at the weekend, killing at least 140.

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Nearly 80 percent of Manila was left under water in the wake of Saturday’s storm
Nearly 80 percent of Manila was left under water in the wake of Saturday’s stormImage: AP

Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro’s appeal comes as weather officials warned of more bad weather this week.

Nearly 500,000 people have been affected by the flash floods in Manila. More than 110,000 of them are now staying in temporary shelters.

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Disha Uppal speaks to Filomena Portales of "World Vision", one of the aid agencies helping the survivors

englisch: AC 2809 Manila Floods - Produziert: 28.09.2009 - 17:18:08 von Uppal, Disha
September 28, 200902:55 min