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HMS DARING RECONNAISSANCE SITREP 5

ICOD: 241800H NOV 13

Changes are highlighted in red.

Headlines: Barancalan village (11 29.57N 123 14.04E) and surrounding smaller villages in Calagnaan assessed as in need of additional

attention. Shortage of food and water and growing medical problem due to contaminated well. Morale significantly lower compared to other areas of island.

Assessment team landed on Balbagon (11 35N 123 17E) and aid provided as required. Additional aid provided to Nabunut Island (11 35N 123 12E) to meet requirement previously unsatisfied due to limited stores MSF Chartered RoRo observed transiting to North Gigante and outlying islands.

Location: Date of Recon: Damage Assessment: Notes:

NE Coast of Palawan Islands including outlying Islands

15 NOV 13 AM Little – no damage Some trees felled but no structural damage to buildings visible. Fishing industry continuing apace. Population continuing with normal pattern of life. Jetty and harbour facilities intact and functional.

NE Coast of Palawan Islands – Limapacan and Patoyo Islands

15 NOV 13 AM Little – no damage No visible damage to buildings visible. Fishing industry continuing apace. Population continuing with normal pattern of life. Jetty and harbour facilities intact and functional.

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small buildings but for the most part buildings and infrastructure intact. Fishing activities continuing unimpeded. No visible signs of distress amongst the population. Jetty and harbour facilities intact and functional. Small airfield intact and functional. Evacuation centre visible (note- did not appear overcrowded). Aerials/ communications masts intact.

Maracanao Island (11 13N 121 04E) 15 NOV 13 AM Minor damage Around 50% of the smaller buildings suffering damage to roofs but the rest of the structure intact. Repair work underway. Numerous felled trees. Damage to harbour facilities but jetty intact and fishing activity continuing.

Sibay Island (11 51N 121 28E) 15 NOV 13 AM Little – minor damage Lit fires on hilltops sighted. Numerous trees felled. Some of the smaller buildings missing roofs but structures largely intact. More robust buildings appeared unaffected. Roads open. Telecommunications masts intact.

Panagatan Cays (11 51N 121 18E) SW of Semirara Islands

15 NOV 13 AM Significant damage All of the buildings appear to have sustained damage. The thatched buildings are almost destroyed whilst those built using corrugated/ sheet metal are largely intact. Many boats wrecked but fishing activities continuing. Several trees felled. Evidence of flooding.

Caluya Island (11 54N 121 33E) 15 NOV 13 AM Little – minor damage The majority of buildings have suffered little to no damage. The roads are open. Fishing activity continuing unimpeded. Telecommunications aerials/ masts intact.

Semirara Island (12 02N 121 23E) 15 NOV 13 AM Little – no damage Factory intact and functioning. Port capable of handling ships in the region of 200m long intact and functioning. Local population continuing with pattern of life expected.

NW Tip of Panay & Borocay Island 16 NOV 13 AM Little – no damage Airfield intact and functional. Roads open.

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(1158N 12155E) Electricity pylons intact. Telecommunications masts intact. Some trees blown over, very little damage to small minority of structures, almost all others undamaged. Population was seen conducting normal activities including leisure activities such as kite surfing.

Carabao (12 04N 121 56E) 16 NOV 13 AM Little – no damage Minor damage to buildings with most structures still intact. Pier/ jetty still intact. Telecommunications aerials still intact. Population carrying on with normal pattern of life. Some damage to the sea wall adjacent to the cemetery.

Romblon (12 34N 122 16E) 16 NOV 13 AM Little – no damage Harbour facilities intact and functioning incl small RoRo ferry use. Local infrastructure incl functioning quarry works still intact. Little or no damage to buildings. Roads open. Telephone pylons/ cables intact. Population continuing with normal pattern of life.

Santa Fe & other areas on Tablas Island (12 20N 122 00E)

16 NOV 13 AM Little – no damage Evidence of flooding but most buildings intact, roads open and infrastructure functioning. Airfield functioning. Telecommunications masts intact.

Sibuyan (12 25N 122 34E) 16 NOV 13 AM Little – no damage Telephone cables/ communications aerials intact. Roads and bridges open. Port facilities intact and functioning

Odiongan (11 20N 123 07E) 16 NOV 13 AM Major damage Jetties and harbour infrastructure heavily damaged and only partly functional. Significant- major damage to most buildings and structures. Most buildings missing roofs. Some roads blocked.

Estancia (11 27N 123 09E) 16 NOV 13 AM Major damage Jetties and harbour infrastructure partially damaged but functional. Many boats washed inland. Many trees felled. Most buildings suffering heavy damage/ missing roofs. Main roads appear open with bridges intact. One leaking oiler/ fuel

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lighter moored in harbour with anti-pollution boom rigged.

Kalibo to Roxos 16 NOV 13 AM Significant damage Significant damage to most buildings with many missing roofs. The more robustly built structures are intact. Some evidence of flooding. Many boats washed inland and many trees felled. Harbour facilities between Kalibo and Roxos intact and functioning though several wrecked craft fouling the approach. Roxos port intact and functioning. Airport at Kalibo and Roxos intact and functioning. Major roads open.

Kalibo to Spit End (11 36N 122 29E) 16 NOV 13 AM Significant damage Significant damage to most buildings with many missing roofs. The more robustly built structures are intact. Some evidence of flooding. Many boats washed inland and many trees felled. Port and refinery facilities intact and functioning. Telecommunications masts intact.

Around Sapian Bay to Ivisan 16 NOV 13 AM Significant damage Evidence of rainwater flooding in surrounding fields. Trees felled. Major roads open. Bridge intact. Significant damage to 70% of buildings.

Pilar to Casanayan 16 NOV 13 AM Significant Damage Most buildings suffering significant damage with loss of roofs and structural integrity. Numerous felled trees. Major roads appear open. Numerous boats washed ashore.

Pilar and surrounding area 16 NOV 13 AM Significant damage Major roads appear open. Significant damage to buildings/ dwellings and infrastructure though telecommunications masts appear intact. Numerous trees felled and numerous boats washed inland.

Roxos to Pilar 16 NOV 13 AM Significant damage Signs of flooding. 50% buildings suffering structural damage such as loss of roofing. Smaller buildings/ dwellings flattened. More robust buildings intact. Harbour facilities intact

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and functional (able to support vessels around 200m) . Fuel depot in Roxos and bridges intact/ functional.

Inland and NE peninsular of Panay 16 NOV 13 AM Significant damage Numerous trees felled and significant damage to buildings and cemetery. Harbour and port facilities damaged but functional. Roads open. Telecommunications masts intact.

Balasan (11 28N 123 05E) 16 NOV 13 AM Minor – significant damage

Many buildings missing roofs but majority still intact. Roads are open, bridges intact, population continuing with normal pattern of life.

San Dionisio (11 15N 123 05E) 16 NOV 13 AM Significant damage Signs of flooding. Smaller buildings suffering severe damage but more robust buildings intact. Numerous boats washed inland/ aground. Roads open.

Concepcion (11 13N 123 06E) 16 NOV 13 AM Major damage Jetties and harbour infrastructure heavily damaged and only partly functional. Significant- major damage to most buildings and structures. Most buildings missing roofs. Some roads blocked.

Bantayan (11 10N 123 43E) 16 NOV 13 PM Significant-major damage

Numerous boats washed ashore. Damage to smaller buildings/ dwellings incl loss of roofing but not completely destroyed. What appears to be a sewage treatment works is damaged but functioning. Numerous trees felled. Port facilities intact and functioning. One jetty/ pier damaged but useable. Major roads appear open.

Binuluangan (11 31N 123 10E) 16 NOV 13 PM Major damage Many buildings severely damaged with some completely destroyed. Trees felled and boats washed inland. Locals observed visually appealing for assistance.

Update: 20 Nov 13

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Reconnaissance carried out HMS DARING shore party on 20 Nov 13.

Observations Majority of buildings have damage to roofs Main concerns are Water and Shelter Coral prevents easy access to the beach

areas. Water is delivered to the island from

neighbouring island.

Medical: Only minor injuries One child with a fever

Aid provided: 35 Shelter Packs 10 Boxes of biscuits 1200 Litres of Water

Update: 24 Nov 13

Observations: Previous DRNG aid provided shelter for

108 families on island, 172 families still required shelter.

Aid provided: 60 shelter packs 18 boxes of WFP biscuits 32 kitchen sets

Nabunut Island (11 35N 123 12E) 16 NOV 13 PM Major damage Larger buildings still mostly intact but many of the

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smaller buildings suffering damage/ completely destroyed. Numerous felled trees and damaged boats. Locals observed visually appealing for assistance.

Update: 21 Nov 13

Reconnaissance carried out HMS DARING shore party on 21 Nov 13.

Observations:

General medical state of population was good, well nourished and managed locally by monthly outreach service from DoH.

All potable water both pre and post typhoon is bought on mainland and shipped on to the island.

Shallow well on island used for washing etc only.

Medical: Respiratory tract infections. 2 people

advised to seek ongoing hospital treatment – due to TB.

Multiple typhoon related lacerations and wounds treated.

Diarrhoea and gastric complaints managed with oral re-hydration solutions.

Aid Provided:

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Erection of temporary shelters Clear out and refurbishment of school

classroom including donation of stationary Repair to 5/6 fishing boats

Update: 24 Nov 13:

They were visited by MSF since our last visit (21

Nov). Additional aid provided: 55 shelter packs 30 boxes of WFP biscuits 100 kitchen sets

Tulunanaun Island (11 33N 123 13E) 16 NOV 13 PM Major damage Larger buildings still mostly intact but many of the smaller buildings suffering damage/ completely destroyed. Numerous felled trees and damaged boats

Update 19 Nov 13:

Less organised community however no further aid is required after DRNG’s provision of shelters has ‘kick started’ the community.

Observations;

Damage restricted to the South end of island.

A boat from Asashluan Island (possibly Anauayan Island: 1105N 12309E) arrived and reported that no help has been received there, although boat’s crew appeared well.

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Medical:

No medical problems

Update: 24 Nov 13

Observations: Assessed previously unvisited NE part of

island. 55 families in that village (~200 people).

Did not appear to have received any other aid and were short of food, particularly wanted rice if available.

Some minor medical issues including scabies, a doctor conducted a short clinic.

Aid provided: 20 shelter packs 50 boxes of WFP biscuits 25 kitchen sets

Canas Island (11 29N 123 15E) 16 NOV 13 PM Major damage 90% of buildings severely damaged/ completely destroyed. Numerous felled trees. Most, if not all, local boats destroyed.

Update: 19 Nov 13DARING conducted relief operations on the Island 19 Nov 13. The island does possess one large Fishing boat that can hold up to 300GT which could assist with Passenger or stores

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transfers.

Observations: Rolling relief is being received on a three

day periodicity The island has four wells all of which have

been contaminated by seawater. Water Treatment plant is unusable ~ 87 Dwellings on the island, the islanders

have little shelter.

Medical:

8 injuries, no deaths Face and foot lacerations observed 10 reported cases of diarrhoea Flu like symptoms observed

Aid Provided:

30 Shelter Packs 15 Packs of High Energy Biscuits

distributed (100 biscuits per pack) 200 litres of Water

Carnasa (11 30N 124 05E) 16 NOV 13 PM Minor damage Some buildings suffering minor damage but the majority intact/ unaffected. Major roads open. Fishing activity and pattern of life continuing.

North Cebu (11 16N 124 03E) 16 NOV 13 PM Significant-major damage

Many buildings suffering significant damage. The more robust buildings remain intact but many of the smaller ones are missing roofs/ are mostly destroyed. Fishing activity continuing on the

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coast, roads open and port/ harbour facilities functioning. Evidence of aid distribution in the centre of the town with the population forming orderly queues.

Bayas Island (11 25N 123 10E) 16 NOV 13 PM Significant-major damage

Numerous felled trees and boats washed ashore. Although some of the more robust buildings are intact, the vast majority have suffered significant damage and are missing roofing. Port/ harbour facilities damaged but functioning. One 100m approx vessel aground on its side with what appear to be crew signalling for assistance.

Gigante North (11 37N 123 21E)

Gigante South (11 35N 123 20E)

16 NOV 13 PM Significant-major damage

Numerous felled trees. Although some of the more robust buildings are intact, the vast majority have suffered significant damage and are missing roofing. Boats washed ashore/ lying sunk offshore. Harbour/ jetty infrastructure in the south of the island is damaged but functioning for small boats.

Update: 21 Nov 13

Further aerial reconnaissance carried out further reinforcing the assessment made on the 16 Nov 13.

Update: 24 Nov 13

Medecine San Frontier (MSF) chartered RoRo observed transiting to North Gigante. Comms established over VHF and their intentions were to provide predominantly medical support to North Gigante and its outlying islands.

Malapascua (11 20N 124 07E) 16 NOV 13 PM Significant-major Many buildings suffering significant damage. The

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damage more robust buildings remain intact but many of the smaller ones are missing roofs/ are mostly destroyed. Numerous small boats lying wrecked offshore. Telecommunications masts intact. Evidence of aid distribution.

Pan de Azucar (11 17N 123 10E) 16 NOV 13 PM Significant-major damage

Many buildings suffering significant damage. The more robust buildings remain intact but many of the smaller ones are missing roofing. Numerous small boats have been washed inland. Harbour severely damaged and unusable to all except small boars/ RIBs.

Sicogon Island (11 26N 123 15E) 16 NOV 13 PM Significant- major damage

Significant damage to all except the most well constructed buildings. Numerous felled trees and boats washed ashore. One major road appears open and reconstruction efforts underway.

Guintacan Island (11 19N 123 53E) 16 NOV 13 PM Major damage Major damage to 70%+ of buildings many without roofs or destroyed in entirety. Massive amount of felled trees. Temporary dwellings overcrowded. The word “HELP” inscribed on both the beach and on open tarmac areas. Evidence of central gathering for distribution of aid/ organisation of reconstruction effort.

Update 18 Nov 13:

DARING conducted relief operations on the Island 18 Nov 13. Report from the ground DARING is first relief effort to arrive since typhoon. DARING and embarked UKMED observed the following:

All houses on the island had been affected,

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very little shelter available. No significant change to health. Evidence of a nutritional problem on the

island and reported contamination of water wells.

Local Barangay leaders reported a population of 10000.

Aid provided:

143 Shelter Packs distributed 100 Packs of High Energy Biscuits

distributed (100 biscuits per pack) 100 patients treated, many with lacerations

which were becoming infected and one woman with a broken wrist.

Assistance with repairs to school roof.

Masbate (1145N 124 01E) 16 NOV 13 PM Little – no damage Minor damage to buildings. Most entirely intact. Roads open. Petrol station intact and functioning. Pier / jetty intact and functional. Abundant and unrestricted fishing activity.

Calagnaan (11 28N 123 12E) 19 NOV 13 PM Major Damage Initial Reconnaissance carried out on 19 Nov 13 by HMS DARING shore parties who were inserted by Barangay.HMS DARING visited two communities on the island.Daring was unable to deliver shelters to the first community due to the closeness to nightfall, shelters will be delivered by helicopter on 20 Nov 13.

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Community 1:

Observations:

Fresh water available from a spring. 80% damage to shelters Crops ruined by landslides.

Medical:

No significant injuries.

Community 2:

DARING provided assistance, there is no need to return.

Observations:

75 people – from different Barangay and no co-ordination with first community.

Damage to shelter limited No food, DRNG provided 5 boxes of

biscuits

Update: 24 Nov 13Assessment team landed at Bulubalangay village

Observations: . Moderate to significant damage

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observed. 79 families (~500 people). 1 operational boat from 70 before the

typhoon. The rest had been washed away in the storm surge.

All crops of sweet potatoes and bananas destroyed.

One well serviceable with clean water and no incidence of increased illness.

One fatality and no major injuries sustained during the typhoon.

Had been visited by 4 different agencies but unable to determine which ones.

Aid provided: 25 shelter packs 10 boxes of WFP biscuits 35 kitchen sets

Assessment team re-visited NW coast of island near Apad Pt (to Community 2 mentioned above).

2 further villages in vicinity of first which hadn’t been visited so far which also had some shelter.

They are currently catching enough fish to eat but not enough to sustain a livelihood.

Aid provided: 15 shelter packs

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15 boxes of WFP biscuits 10 kitchen sets

Assessment team landed in Barancalan village (11 29.57N 123 14.04E) on eastern coast of Calagnaan.

Observations: 45 dwellings containing 200+ people. Population breakdown:

o 30 x +70yoo 30 x <5yoo 7 pregnant women

1 water well in the village, contaminated Instances of fevers, coughs and diarrhoea

in 20+ children and increasing Every fishing vessel was washed away in

storm surge All crops destroyed by typhoon Have received 2 food drops since 9 Nov.

Each drop provides, per family, 3kg of rice, 2 sardines and 2 packs of noodles. The local population claim that sustains a family for 1 day only. Therefore this village is eating 1 in every 4 days.

A second village called Sitio Pantalia was brought to the attention of the assessment team by a local villager whilst in Barancalan. Sitio Pantalia contains 14

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dwellings and the evidence suggests it is in a similar situation to Barancalan. It is likely there are other similar small villages in the same condition in this area.

Compared to most other areas visited, morale was very low amongst the population in this area.

Aid provided: 30 shelter packs 30 boxes of WFP biscuits 30 water containers (120 litres total)

Tabugan Island (11 32N 123 11E) 20 Nov 13 Major Damage Initial Reconnaissance carried out HMS DARING shore party on 20 Nov 13.

Observations:

150 Families resident 95% damage to buildings roofs Community is well organised Well has been contaminated by sea water All Fishing vessels have sustained

damage

Medical:

Only minor injuries observed

Aid provided:

21 Boxes of Biscuits 25 Shelter Packs

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1 Fishing Vessel repaired 1 Engine repaired Desalination process put in place by shore

party, boiling process provides 1 litre per process.

Update: 24 Nov 13

Observations: Did not require further aid, all immediate

covered by earlier visit with all dwellings sheltered.

Malangapan Island (11 14N 123 12E) 21 Nov 13 Moderate damage Initially intended on conducting a ground reconnaissance however upon aerial reconnaissance it was clearly not necessary.

Observations:

Assess damage to roofs 60-70%. Recent aid evident through supply of Blue

tarpaulins. Shelter needs remain important. Fishing vessels are well organised and

appear to be operational. Evidence of organisation and clean up on

the ground.

Agho Island (11 13N 123 11E) 21 Nov 13 Moderate damage Aerial reconnaissance conducted on 21 Nov 13.Assistance has reached the island. Tarpaulins’ on rooftops visible.Further support likely to be required, in particular shelter.Evidence of organisation and clean up on the ground

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Igbon Island (11 12 N 123 10 E) 21 Nov 13 Moderate damage Aerial reconnaissance conducted of the North and Eastern coasts.

It was evident that aid distribution had begun on the island as blue tarpaulins were visible.

Evidence of organisation and clean up on the ground

Assess as non priority.Dunao Island (11 11N 12310E) 21 Nov 13 Moderate damage Aerial reconnaissance conducted of the North

and Eastern coasts.

It was evident that aid distribution had begun on the island as blue tarpaulins were visible.

Evidence of organisation and clean up on the groundAssess as non priority.

Bulubadiangan Island(1110N 123 09E)

21 Nov 13 Moderate damage Aerial reconnaissance conducted of the North and Eastern coasts.

It was evident that aid distribution had begun on the island as blue tarpaulins were visible.

Evidence of organisation and clean up on the ground

Assess as non priority.

Tagubanhan Island(11 07N 123 07E)

21 Nov 13 Minor to Moderate Aerial reconnaissance carried out but it was instantly evident that Tagubanhan Island was at the southern most part of the typhoons track.

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Observations:

40-50 damage to roofs Multiple operational fishing vessels Busy communities and busy sea lane

traffic in and out of the island and neighbouring islands

Evidence of aid has been distributed based on number of blue tarpaulins visible.

Evidence of organisation and clean up on the ground

Baliguian Island (11 12N 12320E) 21 Nov 13 Moderate damage Aerial reconnaissance carried out by helicopter.

Observations: Clear evidence of aid been received

attributed to blue tarpaulins visible throughout

Active operational fishing industry. Evidence of organisation and clean up on

the groundAntonia Island (11 33N 12320E) 21 Nov 13 Moderate damage Aerial reconnaissance carried out by helicopter.

Observations:

Clear evidence of aid been received attributed to blue tarpaulins visible.

Plentiful operational fishing vessels Inhabitants did not appear to be distressed

on sighting helicopter Large fuel barge observed in transit close

to the island possibly en route to south Gigante. Last port of call unknown;

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however it is a fair assumption that this barge is servicing many of the islands in the vicinity.

Evidence of organisation and clean up on the ground

Culasi Port, Roxas City (11 06N 122 07E)

23 Nov 13 Little – no damage Report provided by PJHQ personnel based in Roxas City:

Observations: Port can accept medium size merchant

vessels up to 50m in length, depth of water in approaches and alongside is 6m. Port is suitable for small boat ops.

One wrecked fishing vessel caused by typhoon presents a danger to navigation to all vessels entering/leaving harbour. It is marked with flotation devices visible by day but unlit at night. Port authorities plan to refloat and remove the wreck within the next 72 hours (as of 231300H NOV 13).

Intact and operational fishing vessels observed using a beach adjacent as landing point but wheeled access to the beach is extremely challenging.

The port facility offices are presently running on emergency generator power until mains supply is restored.

Local port administrator is Mr Al de Jesus (09069471802 or 09478904860)

Assessment:

The port of Culasi is clearly in a functioning state

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following the passage of the typhoon. Normal business appears to have been restored, and theonload/offload of a recently arrived merchant vessel demonstrates that the primary logistics chain is returning to full functionality. In addition, the bi-weekly passenger ferry to local ports appeared to be in operation.

Power and fresh water remain an ongoing concern, but it is a region wide issue and unlikely to be resolved in the short term. Seaboat operations from LUST or DRNG are feasible but, due to the wrecked fishing vessel, night operations are currently not advised.

Balbagon Island (11 35N 123 17E) 24 Nov 13 Major Damage General Observations: Small community of 35 families in 30

dwellings (150 people in total) No major injuries during typhoon. Short of food with only 2 or 3 out of 8

fishing boats functional Water is not a problem as they have an

uncontaminated deep well 1 visit from GME who provided food aid

otherwise they have to go to Lantangen for food.

Aid provided: 12 shelters 10 boxes of WFP Biscuits 10 Kitchen Packs (containing cooking

utensils and cutlery)

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