President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared a one-year state of national calamity across the Philippines following the devastation caused by Typhoon Tino.
The declaration, issued under Proclamation No. 1077, was based on the recommendation of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC).
All government agencies were directed to continue providing assistance and implementing measures to rehabilitate areas severely affected by the calamity.
Marcos also ordered departments and agencies to coordinate with local governments and extend additional services, equipment, and aid, including support from private sectors and international organizations.
According to the Office of Civil Defense (OCD), 224 people have been confirmed dead due to Typhoon Tino, while 109 remain missing.
Cebu recorded the highest number of fatalities with 158 deaths.
The Department of Agriculture (DA) estimated agricultural losses at ₱159.14 million, affecting more than 5,000 farmers.
Over 6,000 metric tons of rice and 3,547 hectares of farmland were damaged by the typhoon.
Palace Press Officer Undersecretary Atty. Claire Castro announced that the Office of the President will allocate ₱760 million in cash assistance to local governments impacted by Typhoon Tino.
Marcos also instructed the Philippine National Police (PNP) and Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to maintain peace and order in affected areas.
The state of national calamity will remain effective for one year unless lifted earlier by the President.