Volunteers from ADRA Philippines work in a large warehouse, organizing boxes of relief supplies for Typhoon Kristine survivors. Rows of cardboard boxes filled with essential items are lined up on the floor, ready for distribution to affected communities. The warehouse has high metal walls, shelves stocked with supplies, and a basketball hoop in the background. Volunteers of various ages are focused on packing and preparing goods, reflecting ADRA’s commitment to providing immediate assistance to those impacted by the disaster.

ADRA Philippines volunteers organize relief packages for communities affected by Typhoon Kristine, preparing essentials to support families in need.

Geraldine Gutierrez, ADRA Programs Manager

ADRA Philippines Responds to Severe Flooding Caused by Typhoon Kristine

ADRA Aids Thousands Displaced by Typhoon Kristine Flooding

Geraldine Gutierrez, ADRA Philippines Program Manager

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) Philippines is actively aiding communities devastated by Typhoon Kristine (Trami), which swept through the Philippines on October 21, bringing torrential rains and winds that caused severe flooding in multiple regions. According to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), the typhoon has impacted approximately 77,910 families, or around 382,302 individuals, across the Bicol, Western Visayas, Eastern Visayas, and Zamboanga Peninsula regions.

In Camarines Sur, a province especially hard-hit, over 253,062 families are currently facing significant losses, with 4496 families taking temporary refuge in 913 evacuation centers. Flooded establishments and impassable streets have made daily life challenging, prompting ADRA to launch efforts to support these communities through emergency response and relief distribution.

ADRA Philippines is working closely with local government units in Bicol, coordinating resources to meet immediate needs, including distributing food supplies and other essentials to affected families. ADRA Programs Manager Geraldine Gutierrez shared powerful images from the field, depicting families who have transformed rooftops into makeshift shelters in their struggle to survive the inundation.

A woman wades through knee-deep floodwaters towards a partially submerged structure, illustrating the severe flooding caused by Typhoon Kristine. Above her, a child sits on the roof of a nearby home alongside a small dog perched on a crate, both seeking refuge from the rising water. The corrugated metal walls and damaged roof of the home reflect the storm's devastation, with flood levels forcing families to seek safety on higher ground or rooftops.
A woman wades through knee-deep floodwaters towards a partially submerged structure, illustrating the severe flooding caused by Typhoon Kristine. Above her, a child sits on the roof of a nearby home alongside a small dog perched on a crate, both seeking refuge from the rising water. The corrugated metal walls and damaged roof of the home reflect the storm's devastation, with flood levels forcing families to seek safety on higher ground or rooftops.

Some low-lying areas appeared to be rivers due to the flood. Several establishments, such as eateries and houses, in Pili town were also flooded. “Tumataas po talaga. Mahirap po kasi lalo na yung leptospirosis, tapos hindi kami makapag negosyong maayos gaya nito, apektado po,” a resident said”. (The water rose. It was difficult due to the threat of leptospirosis. Our livelihood was also affected.)

In a Facebook post, Mylce Mella, a citizen from Naga, said, "No one could have imagined or expected the prolonged, continuous, and heavy rainfall brought by Typhoon Kristine. While Bicolanos are no strangers to storms, this one is different—it has brought the most severe flooding we've seen in 30 years. Areas that previously had no flooding are now facing devastation. The situation in Naga is particularly critical. The overwhelming number of rescue requests has stretched our current manpower and resources to the limit," she added.

With more assessments underway, ADRA Philippines encourages individuals and organizations to contribute to the ongoing relief efforts. Donations will help provide urgently needed supplies for the most vulnerable residents as they cope with one of the region's most significant floods in recent memory.

For those wishing to support ADRA’s mission, financial donations are accepted through various channels, including bank transfers, GCash, and GoFundMe, ensuring that resources are available to aid in this crisis response.

Donation Channels:

  • GCASH: 0977 656 0979

  • Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI): Adventist Development and Relief Agency Foundation, Inc., Account No. 8503 0676 39

  • Philippine National Bank (PNB): Account No. 2438 7000 2288

ADRA remains committed to supporting affected communities and helping them rebuild in the aftermath of Typhoon Kristine.

Geraldine Gutierrez, ADRA Philippines Program Manager

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