The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reported that the death toll from the effects of the southwest monsoon and tropical cyclones Crising, Dante, and Emong has risen to 31 as of Monday.
Out of the reported fatalities, only two have been confirmed—one in Northern Mindanao and one in Caraga. The NDRRMC is still verifying reports of 29 additional fatalities, which include nine in the National Capital Region, six in Western Visayas, five in Calabarzon, three in the Negros Island Region, two in Central Luzon, two in Northern Mindanao, and one each in the Davao region and Mimaropa.
The number of affected families has reached 1,751,776, translating to approximately 6,276,280 individuals residing in 6,727 barangays across 17 regions nationwide. Currently, 36,660 families are receiving assistance in 1,419 evacuation centers, while an additional 21,309 families are being supported outside these centers.
The disaster has also resulted in significant damage to housing, with a total of 15,039 houses reported as damaged. Of these, 13,387 are classified as “partially damaged” and 1,652 as “totally damaged.”
In terms of economic impact, agricultural damage is estimated at PHP 510.3 million, while infrastructure damage is projected to be around PHP 6.5 billion.
Philippine Air Force Continues Relief Operations
In response to the ongoing humanitarian crisis, the Philippine Air Force (PAF) has been actively supporting relief efforts by deploying its C-130 aircraft to transport bulk relief supplies donated by the Province of Sulu to communities affected by the recent typhoons.
“In close coordination with the Provincial Government of Sulu, the PAF conducted an airlift mission from Jolo, Sulu to Colonel Jesus Villamor Air Base in Pasay City on July 26, 2025, ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of essential supplies to aid those in need,” the PAF stated in a press release.
This operation underscores the PAF’s commitment to rapidly mobilize its air assets and respond to urgent needs, highlighting the critical role of airlift capabilities in the country’s disaster relief and recovery efforts.