LIPA CITY—At least three people had died amid the rush in Batangas province to move them out of harm’s way following Taal Volcano’s eruption. Kit Teofilo, head of Task Force Taal. Baleros and his family were staying at the evacuation center with 13,000 other families from the towns of Taal and Lemery hit by thick ash fall from Taal Volcano. As of Wednesday, 18,646 families (or 82,068 persons) from Batangas were seeking shelter in 204 evacuation centers in Batangas and Cavite, the task force said. ADVERTISEMENTEdited by TSBInquirer calls for support for the victims of Taal volcano eruption Responding to appeals for help, the Inquirer is extending its relief to the families affected by the recent eruption of Taal volcano.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer January 15, 2020 14:03 UTC