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2-10-2008  Photo Collection  
Philippines: helping people cope with displacement and torrential rain
On 10 August 2008, the Philippine armed forces and fighters of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front resumed hostilities on the island of Mindanao. The ICRC immediately launched an emergency operation to help those forced to leave their homes by the fighting. So far, over 120,000 have received food, water and basic household items.

© ICRC / J. Tanner / ph-e-00034

Displaced people sheltering near the town of Pikit in North Cotabato.

The rainy season further aggravates the plight of the displaced, many of whom are in makeshift shelters.

Since 12 August, the ICRC has handed out food and essential household items to more than 84,000 people in North Cotabato, Maguindanao, Lanao del Norte and Sarangani.





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