Caritas Manila appeals for Surigao quake victims

Caritas Manila has launched an appeal to help victims of the earthquake in Surigao City, Surigao del Norte and other areas in Mindanao.

The social action arm of the Manila archdiocese said that more food aid and temporary shelter are needed for those left homeless.

“Their most immediate needs include clean water, food, clothes and hygiene items,” according to Caritas Manila.

“Caritas Manila once again appeal prayers and help we can offer to alleviate their sufferings through our donations in cash and in kind,” it said.

The death toll from Surigao City’s devastating 6.7 magnitude earthquake last Friday has risen to eight and left more than two hundred injured. In Surigao City alone, more than 1,400 houses were reported damaged by the quake which also affected at least 11 towns. (CBCP)