The Philippine’s Worst Flood Disaster in 40 Years: Help Red Cross Relief Efforts

A month’s rainfall packed in just a few hours renders at least 140 dead thus far in the Philippine’s worst flood disaster in 40 years.  As Vietnam braces for the onslaught of the same storm, even as another one heads its way to the Philippines.¹

The Red Cross is providing relief to thousands of flood victims in the Philippines, from rescuing people stranded on rooftops to providing hot food and temporary shelter to many displaced communities.

To help the American Red Cross in their efforts, go to the International Response Fund at 1-800-733-2767 or go to redcross.org.

To donate directly to the Philippine National Red Cross relief projects, go to redcross.org.ph.

¹ Teresa Cerojano of The Associated Press, "140 die in Philippine storm, toll expected to rise", Yahoo! News, Sept. 28, 2009