Typhoon Ulysses (Intl: Vamco)

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Several killed and 180,000 evacuated as Typhoon Vamco hits the Philippines
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By Ivana Kottasová and Sandi Sidhu, CNN

https://www.cnn.com/2020/11/12/asia/typhoon-vamco-philippines-intl/index.html

Updated 10:39 AM ET, Thu November 12, 2020

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Typhoon Vamco, referred to as Ulysses in the Philippines, is equivalent in force to a Category 2 hurricane, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). It made its first landfall at 11 p.m. local time near Patnanungan, Quezon, then continued moving westward, making a second landfall in Luzon. According to PAGASA, the storm has caused flooding and two to three meters of storm surge. The agency warned the rains could cause landslides.

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Navy relentless in response, begins relief operations as Luzon bears ‘Ulysses’ aftermath

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NAVAL STATION JOSE ANDRADA, Manila – The Philippine Navy (PN) continues to conduct various rescue operations in different parts of Luzon and Metro Manila while commencing relief operations for our kababayans displaced by Typhoon 'Ulysses'.

The Civil Military Operations Group-Philippine Navy (CMOG-PN) and other PN units have begun to deliver relief packs to the evacuees in different parts of Marikina City and nearby areas. Rescue operations in the aforesaid areas being augmented by Disaster Relief and Response Teams from the PN and its reserve force are still ongoing.

PN reservists are also stepping up relief efforts in different areas in Luzon, augmenting the inter-agency relief operations for families displaced and adversely affected by the recent typhoons.
Meanwhile, PN vessels BRP Pangasinan (PS31), under the operational control of Naval Forces Southern Luzon and BRP Batak (LC299) from Naval Forces Central transported relief goods and vehicles from Cebu City intended for the victims of recent typhoons that struck the Bicol Region.

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Bell 412s of the PAF in action in Cagayan

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Biyaheng Virac, Catanduanes an BRP Malapascua (MRRV-4403) kan Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) para maghatod nin dugang na supplies asin purified drinking water ngunyan na hapon, Nobyembre 15, 2020.

Ini kasunod naman kan nagpapadagos na relief operation kan PCG sa mga binahang munisipalidad sa Cagayan Valley, Bicol region asin iba pang lugar sa nasyon.

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https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1121915

More AFP, PNP equipment sent to Cagayan for disaster response
November 16, 2020, 9:04 am

MANILA – The military and police have mobilized more equipment for use in the ongoing disaster response efforts in Region 2 (Cagayan Valley), one of the areas that suffered heavy flooding due to the onslaught of Typhoon Ulysses last week.

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The communications van is capable of air-to-ground, ground-to-ground, sea-to-ground, and long-range communications while the air traffic controller is responsible for coordinating with inbound and outbound PAF aircraft conducting aerial search-and-rescue operations over the affected areas.

"The deployment of the communications van and air traffic controller will further capacitate the SAR teams and other ground troops to expedite rescue operations to those affected by the heavy floods caused by Typhoon Ulysses," he said.

Meanwhile, two UH-IH helicopters from the PAF's Tactical Operations Group 2 are transporting relief goods and other essential items to thousands of families affected by the typhoon, he added.

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Also, 11 rubber boats and two fiberglass rescue boats arrived in Tuguegarao City Saturday night and used for rescue operations on Sunday morning.

The rubber boats came from the Philippine National Police's National Capital Region Police Office, Police Regional Office 1, Police Regional Office 3, Maritime Group and Baguio City.

Some three PNP ambulances with a complement of doctors and nurses also arrived d in Cagayan Valley and deployed to evacuation centers. Two platoons of search-and-rescue personnel from PNP-Special Action Force were also deployed to Cagayan Valley to assist in the operations.

Some 400 police disaster response personnel were deployed to Cagayan Valley to join the rescue and relief efforts. Two PNP helicopters are also in Cagayan Valley to assist and direct ground operations and possible medical evacuation.

Heavy-lift troop carriers also transported assorted medical supplies, rice, water, and food packs to the affected areas. (PNA)

MILITARY EQUIPMENT. The communications van is capable of air-to-ground, ground-to-ground, sea-to-ground, and long-range communications. It is now deployed at the Cagayan Provincial Capitol. (Photo courtesy of PAF)

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https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1121677

Navy teams aid Rizal rescue ops
November 13, 2020, 9:41 am

MANILA – The Philippine Navy (PN) on Thursday night said it has deployed disaster relief and response teams (DRRTs) to help in rescue operations in Rizal which was heavily affected by Typhoon Ulysses.

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Aside from being used in combat operations, AAVs are also useful during the conduct of humanitarian assistance and disaster response (HADR) operations.

Each AAV can accommodate up to 20 passengers and can maneuver through deep water or floods.

Meanwhile, another amphibian truck from the Naval Affiliated Reserve Force-National Capital Region (NCR) was also mobilized to help in the rescue operations.

RIZAL RESCUE OPS. An amphibious assault vehicle (AAV) is deployed to help in the rescue operations in typhoon-affected areas in Rizal on Thursday night (Nov. 12, 2020). The Philippine Navy said each AAV can accommodate up to 20 passengers and can maneuver through deep water or floods. (Photo courtesy of Naval Public Affairs Office)