Casualties were reported in Biliran, Eastern and Samar. The Philippine Navy is set to utilize its newest and largest ships to deliver relief goods and basic services, as well as carry out humanitarian assistance and response operations in affected families and communities. READ: Death toll due to Urduja soars to 40Those who would like to help families affected by the typhoon may donate through the Department of Social Welfare and Development. Thank you and God bless!#BangonBiliran — Markjan (@mjtonss) December 18, 2017The DSWD is currently conducting relief operations to respond to the needs of those who were affected by Urduja. Teams will be deployed to different provinces including Leyte, Biliran, Eastern Samar, Samar and Northern Samar.

Source: Philippine Star December 19, 2017 03:11 UTC