DFA monitoring developments in mass shooting in Canada

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), through the Philippine Consulate General in Vancouver, is closely monitoring developments regarding the tragic mass shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School and a residence in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, Canada.

As of this time, there is no official confirmation regarding the identities or nationalities of the casualties.

The Consulate is working proactively to account for all members of the Filipino community in the region and stands ready to provide immediate consular assistance to any affected kababayans and their families.

Reuters reported that about ten people including the shooter are dead after an assailant opened fire at a high school in western Canada on Tuesday in one of the country's deadliest mass casualty events in recent history.

Filipinos in the area who require assistance or have information regarding affected nationals may contact the Consulate through its 24/7 emergency hotline at 604-653-5858 or via email at atnsection@vancouverpcg.org.

The Department will provide updates as more verified information becomes available.  — BAP, GMA Integrated News