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Event Date : 2024-07

Philippines: Floods and Landslides Displace Thousands in August 2016

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Disaster Overview

Disaster type: Flood
Disaster-Affected People: 1755520
Affected Countries/Regions: Philippines
Suggested Emergency Supplies List:

food packs, water, clothing, first aid kits, flashlights, batteries, personal hygiene products, blankets, portable chargers, medications, emergency contact information

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Disaster Overview : In August 2016, the Philippines experienced devastating floods and landslides due to heavy rains caused by the southwest monsoon combined with a low-pressure area. The calamity affected six regions, mainly Luzon, forcing over 260,000 people to evacuate. The flooding and landslides in Rizal province and Northern Luzon particularly exacerbated the situation. By mid-August, numerous people were still housed in evacuation centers, and some areas like Dagupan declared a state of calamity due to widespread flooding.

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