Philippines President Lowers Death Toll as Haiyan Survivors Seek Aid

Edited by Juan Leandro
2013-11-13 12:50:24

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Manila, November 13 (RHC)-- Desperate survivors of Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines are struggling to receive aid in the aftermath of one of the worst storms in history. In Tacloban, the city flattened by the typhoon, survivors marched in a contingent three miles long to seek water and food at the local airport.

Eight people died in the province of Leyte when a crowd of thousands stormed a government rice warehouse in search of food. The victims died under a collapsed wall.

On Tuesday, Philippines President Benigno Aquino cited a lower death toll for Typhoon Haiyan, saying he believes around 2,500 people were killed. Initial estimates put the toll at around 10,000. More than 670,000 people have been displaced.

The United Nations, meanwhile, has launched a $300 million appeal for relief aid. We'll have more on that following our newcast, in about 10 minutes.



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