U.S. Embassy extends condolences to Filipinos affected by Typhoon Pablo

From the Philippine Information Agency (Dec 5): U.S. Embassy extends condolences to Filipinos affected by Typhoon Pablo

The U.S. Embassy today expressed its sympathies to the victims of Typhoon Pablo which battered southern Mindanao Tuesday. Chargé d’affaires Brian L. Goldbeck in a statement said, “On behalf of the United States government, we extend our deepest condolences for the devastation and loss of life caused by Typhoon Pablo in the southern Philippines.” He further said they “applaud the efforts of local communities, local authorities and the NDRRMC to evacuate citizens, prepare for the storm, and minimize loss of life before and during the storm.” He added that the “U.S. government stands ready to assist the Philippine authorities as they respond to this tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of those affected.” (US Embassy)

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