Israel extends sympathy to kin of ‘Kristine’ victims

An aerial view shows inundated construction vehicles (foreground C) and flooded houses (background) caused by heavy rains brought about by Tropical Storm Trami in Bato town, Camarines Sur province on October 24, 2024. Agence France-Presse

MANILA, Philippines – The Embassy of Israel in the Philippines has extended its sympathy to Filipinos impacted by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine (international name Trami), which has caused significant damage and loss of life.

In a statement Monday, the embassy offered encouragement to grieving families, prayers for those injured and support for communities working to recover.

“Our hearts go out to the Filipino people who have been affected,” the statement read, adding that Israel stands “in spirit and prayer” with its Filipino friends.

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At least 97 persons died from the onslaught of Kristine, 30 are reported missing and 69 injured, according to the Office of Civil Defense.

Relief operations in areas hit hardest by the recent weather disturbance are ongoing. (Heidi Lacambra, OJT/PNA)