Habitat for Humanity to Begin Distribution of Shelter Repair Kits to Families Affected by Typhoon Haiyan

BANGKOK, Nov 13, 2013 - (ACN Newswire) - Habitat for Humanity's national office in the Philippines today will begin distribution of 5,000 shelter repair kits* to families affected by Typhoon Haiyan in Bogo city and Bantayan island in Cebu province. In total, Habitat has targeted to distribute 30,000 shelter repair kits and 50,000 clean-up kits* in typhoon-hit areas across the country.

According to the Philippine National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council in its latest report, over 6.9 million Filipinos have been affected in 41 provinces. Of these, more than 580,000 people have been displaced. The report added that close to 150,000 houses have been totally or partially damaged and that 1,833 individuals are confirmed dead.

Habitat for Humanity is appealing for funds for its disaster response efforts to assist families and help them rebuild their lives and gain access to decent shelter. Based on funding availability, the longer-term response will follow Habitat's model of assisting affected communities with housing solutions ranging from emergency shelter interventions to permanent home reconstruction.

To donate, please visit www.give2habitat.org

Since 1988, our national office in the Philippines has played an active role in working with families to build decent, durable and affordable housing. Through a network of project offices in rural and urban areas, Habitat for Humanity Philippines has built and repaired tens of thousands of homes. Habitat has also assisted more than 5,000 families displaced by typhoons, fires and landslides.

*Shelter repair kit includes plywood, lumber, hammer, handsaw, nails, and galvanized iron sheets.
*Clean-up kit includes broom, mop, pail, floor brush and industrial disinfectant cleanser.

Contact:

Soo How WONG
+66 87 064 3663
swong@habitat.org

Source: Habitat for Humanity International
Sectors: CSR

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