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GLIDE n° TC-2013-000139-PLW
This bulletin is being issued for information only, and reflects the current situation and details available at this time. The Palau Red Cross Society (PRCS), with the support of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) has determined that an International Appeal is not required, and is therefore not seeking additional funding or other assistance from donors at this time.
The situation
Palau Red Cross Society (PRCS) has been continuing its response to Typhoon Haiyan, which passed as a Category 5 Tropical Cyclone just to the northeast of Palau on Friday 7 November at around 4am. Those States hardest hit were located towards the north of the country, in particular the island of Kayangel which was completely devastated, requiring the residents to be evacuated to the city of Koror.
Fortunately there were no fatalities, however across the country many houses have been severely damaged, and electricity and water supply were cut off for several days. The Government of Palau has estimated a total of USD 5,945,150 (approx. CHF 5.38 mil) in damage across six sectors (education, utilities, health, agriculture, public works and housing).
A total of 415 homes were damaged, 39 of which were completely destroyed (22 of which were on Kayangel). Water rationing was in effect for more than a week and in some areas the water is yet to be restored.