MANILA, Philippines – Several local governments have declared a state of calamity due to Severe Tropical Storm Kristine (Trami).
This declaration allows local governments to use their calamity funds for faster relief operations. It also triggers a price freeze on essential goods in the affected area.
Affected residents from these areas can also access no-interest loans from government financing and lending institutions.
This list will be updated once local authorities make announcements.
Bicol
Calabarzon
- Quezon Province
– Rappler.com