The US Agency for International Development (USAID) announced that it is extending USD20 million worth of assistance to the victims of super typhoon "Yolanda".
USAID administrator Dr. Rajiv Shah, in a statement, said much help is need and noted millions of people were affected by "Yolanda", including thousands who lost lives, homes, or livelihood.
Aid includes emergency food aid and critical relief supplies like shelter materials and hygiene kits for disaster-affected areas.
"The American people have a proud and generous history of providing help in times of crisis. In the days and weeks ahead, we will work tirelessly with our partners across the
Shah said these supplies will "not only provide life-saving care in the immediate aftermath of the storm, but will also help prevent illness and death from waterborne and communicable diseases."
He added that a shipment is already on its way with enough plastic sheeting, soap, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and sanitary supplies to help 10,000 families.
Similar shipments will follow soon.
Shah also said the USAID is sending 55 metric tons of food, including highly nutritious bars and paste containing a day's worth of calories.
These can nourish some 20,000 children and 15,000 adults for four to five days.
Also, Shah said the USAID has prepositioned a disaster assistance response team in the region, which arrived in
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