Super Typhoon Uwan (international name: Kung-Wong) left behind massive destruction to houses, crops, and livestock in the Province of Negros Oriental.
The storm surge ravaged houses, while strong winds and raging floodwaters flattened farm fields.
Two houses collapsed in Zamboanguita town, while several houses were partially damaged. The storm surge and strong winds destroyed fishing boats. There were residents who were able to save their farm animals, such as pigs
In Apo Island, Dauin town, two houses were destroyed completely, while at least five houses were partially damaged.
In Siaton town, houses were destroyed in the storm surge. Huge waves ruined motorbancas.
In Barangay Banbain, Ayungon town, several hectares of rice were inundated. Diosan Calabroso, a farmer, is disheartened at the sight of flooded farmlands.
Calabroso said the rice was set for harvest prior to the onset of STY Uwan.
Meanwhile, Expedita Mananquil's tears rained down when she saw the losses on her cornfields in Sibulan town.
The Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) awaits a comprehensive list on damages in the agriculture and fisheries sector of various Local Government Units (LGUs).
The community in Apo Island took on the spirit of mutual cooperation to rebuild their houses.
Their barangay chairman said reportedly that the municipal government vowed to provide financial assistance to residents who lost houses.
(via Vic Camion, Albert Aballe/GMA Regional TV Balitang Bisdak)
