International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) Appeals via the Canadian Red Cross Society (CRCS)

Published purpose

27 October 2010 - Typhoon Megi swept over the Philippines on October 18th, 2010, bringing winds of more than 220 km/hour, accompanied by heavy rains. Some 2 million people are thought to be affected, 31 confirmed dead, and 149,000 houses damaged or destroyed. Over 100,000 displaced families (466,000 persons) have returned to their home locations to rebuild using materials salvaged from their destroyed houses. CIDA is supporting the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) to deliver immediate humanitarian assistance for 12,000 families most severely affected by the typhoon. Specific activities include: the distribution of mats, blankets, mosquito nets, water purification tablets; hygiene promotion; and the distribution of materials to assist with the repair of homes damaged by the typhoon.