In the aftermath of the 7.8-magnitude earthquake that struck Mindanao, approximately 20,000 individuals in General Santos City, Glan, and Malapatan have received critical assistance from the GMA Kapuso Foundation.
Challenges in Temporary Shelters
Reports indicate that many families are currently residing in temporary shelters, such as the Buayan Barangay Hall in General Santos, where heavy rains have compounded their difficulties.
Mahirap talaga andito kami ngayon lalo na umulan tapos 'yung bahay namin doon, 'yung sahig, apat na biyak.
Delia Panaguiton, Local Resident
Residents like Delia Panaguiton are enduring the aftermath of the quake, with damaged homes leaving them vulnerable to the elements. She described deep cracks in her flooring, making it unsafe to return home.
Rolly Hechanova, another local, shared how the earthquake caused his kitchen to collapse. He expressed the frustration of losing his hard-earned possessions in an instant.
The GMA Kapuso Foundation has been actively coordinating with volunteers and partner organizations to ensure that aid reaches those most affected. Relief efforts include the distribution of essential items to families displaced by the earthquake.
As reported by the Office of Civil Defense, the earthquake's death toll has risen to 55, with over 1,120 injuries and 31 individuals still unaccounted for.
The GMA Kapuso Foundation has opened donation channels for those wishing to help. Contributions can be made through various banks and platforms, including Metrobank, Land Bank, and GCash. For more information, visit the GMA Kapuso Foundation website.