MANDALUYONG, Philippines — The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) continues to deliver vital humanitarian assistance to families and communities affected by Typhoon Tino (Kalmaegi), reaching thousands of people across the country as of November 4, 2025.
From PRC’s latest operations report, Red Cross volunteers and staff have been providing a wide range of services ranging from first aid and health support to welfare assistance and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) activities in areas hit hardest by the typhoon.
As of November 4, 12PM, PRC’s Emergency Response Units (ERU) have assisted a total of 179 individuals, mostly in Southern Leyte, Gingoog City, and Cebu.
Through its Safety Services, PRC operated four first aid stations across Masbate, Siargao Islands, and Gingoog City, where 95 people availed of vital signs monitoring. Furthermore, during the typhoon’s onslaught, an emergency childbirth case was safely transported in Cebu thanks to PRC teams within the area.
Through PRC’s Health Services, 310 people in Capiz attended disease prevention sessions, while 15 individuals in Southern Leyte received doxycycline as part of the organization’s ongoing disease prevention efforts. Volunteers also distributed face masks and bottled water to families in Negros Occidental.
Meanwhile, in welfare support, PRC established six welfare desks and provided 36 individuals with comfort and support services in Boracay-Malay. In addition, Psychological First Aid (PFA) was extended to 34 individuals, while a total of 1642 hot meals were distributed to affected families in hard-hit areas.
Hygiene promotion sessions were also conducted for 310 people in Capiz to prevent waterborne diseases in evacuation areas.
“Every person reached by our staff and volunteers is someone who is given hope and care in the midst of disaster. The Philippine Red Cross remains committed to responding swiftly wherever there is a call for help.” said PRC Chairman and CEO Richard Gordon.
As Typhoon Tino’s impact continues to unfold, the PRC stands ready to scale up its relief operations to ensure that no community is left behind.
Through the dedication of its volunteers and partners, the Philippine Red Cross remains Always First, Always Ready, Always There to serve those in need.
For any emergencies, call the PRC hotline #143.
