MANILA, Philippines — The number of people who died due to the combined effects of typhoon Carina, the southwest monsoon, locally called habagat, and tropical depression Butchoy has reached 36, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said. Based on its 8 a.m. bulletin on Monday, the NDRRMC said of the 36, it has confirmed the death of 14 people. READ: 90 schools damaged due to Carina, habagat – DepEdAdditionally, the agency said the number of affected individuals rose from 3.6 million to 4.5 million or 1.2 million families. ADVERTISEMENTThe disasters damaged over P355 million worth of produce in the crop sector. Subscribe to our daily newsletter SIGN ME UPSupport Typhoon Carina VictimsThe Inquirer is extending its relief and fund drive to help families affected by Typhoon Carina.
