PHILIPPINES, July 16 – Heavy rainfall since July 11 has severely impacted western Luzon and Mindanao in the Philippines, causing extensive floods and landslides.

As of July 15, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reports two fatalities, one missing person, two injuries, and 17,832 displaced individuals across 55 evacuation centers.

Approximately 54,289 people have been affected in regions including the Zamboanga Peninsula, Northern Mindanao, Davao, Soccsksargen, and Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), with significant damage to homes, schools, bridges, and roads.

The BARMM Rapid Emergency Action in Disaster Incidence (BARMM-READI) reports higher fatalities and a broader impact, affecting 107,217 families across 356 villages.

Islamic Relief Philippines has conducted a rapid needs assessment, identifying urgent gaps in food supplies, potable drinking water, health and sanitation facilities, and shelter kits.

The team, based in Cotabato City, is coordinating with authorities and other humanitarian organizations to provide essential support such as food packs, water supplies, hygiene kits, and shelter materials.