ALISTO: November 21 2013
Arnold Clavio
Transcript
00:00In addition to the loss of home and property, the most painful loss of a loved one in life is due to an accident.
00:11Some of us in Tacloban are still in a lot of pain.
00:15They are still suffering from the feeling that it will take a long time for their wound to heal.
00:20What kind of help and support is needed for them to fully recover?
00:31After the loss of Super Typhoon Yolanda in Kapisayaan, a terrible disaster hit the area.
00:37According to NDRRMC, more than 4,000 lives were lost in the tragedy.
00:47The escapee headed to a mass grave in Parangay San Joaquin in the town of Palo, Leyte.
00:53This is where we found Jerry, who was lighting a candle in a part of the grave.
00:58His nephew, Joaquin, was among those who drowned in their town while he was in Catbalogan.
01:06He was 8 years old.
01:09The waves were strong here.
01:20They were just at home.
01:23They didn't go anywhere.
01:24When the water reached their house, they drowned.
01:34Aside from Joaquin, Jerry's parents, siblings, and cousins were not safe either.
01:39According to Jerry, he was the first to find the remains of his nephew.
01:43But because of his distant origin, he was not the only one who was separated before he was buried.
01:50His nephew's body was also found that day.
01:54But until now, he has not been able to find the remains of his parents and cousins.
02:11Jerry's experience is not far from what happened to Mary Joy.
02:15Before the storm hit, she was evacuated by her husband, Romeo, along with their 5-year-old son, Romar.
02:23Because of their quick evacuation, they were only able to reach Astudom,
02:29which is the evacuation center of many families in Tacloban.
02:33She even went home because she said she will check her belongings.
02:39She was used to not leaving our house when there was a storm.
02:43But when it came to us, she was just evacuating us.
02:47For a few moments, Mary Joy was able to feel Yolanda's sickness.
02:51Mary Joy felt a great fear while the strong wind was slowly destroying Astudom's water.
02:58They were hoping that their mother would serve as their protection.
03:00When we were there, my son was telling me that the water was exploding at the door.
03:06The water was really strong.
03:11Because the posts were already cracked down there.
03:21My son told me, whatever happens, remember that I love you so much.
03:28When the storm hit, they were very thankful that their mother was saved.
03:32But the happiness that she felt was replaced by fear.
03:36For a whole day, Mary Joy waited for her husband to return.
03:40But he never showed up again.
03:44I looked at all the posts.
03:49But he was not there. I did not see him.
03:52I just thought that he was with God.
03:55I just thought that he was in heaven.
03:58Because this tragedy was like a dream, like a nightmare.
04:06It's not easy to be saved.
04:11According to a psychologist, aside from the basic needs such as food and water,
04:15the needs of the victims should not be put aside due to the trauma they experienced.
04:23You can cry all the time, you can be irritable, or you can be easily surprised and scared.
04:30In the mind, you may not be able to concentrate, you may not be able to make decisions,
04:37you may be thinking a lot.
04:39There are also new ways that can be done to help the victims recover.
04:43Because for a survivor like this, it's important that we bring them not only to physical safety,
04:48but the psychologist, they feel safe.
04:50Even if the typhoon hit their homes and they lost their loved ones,
04:54they will not lose hope that they will be able to recover from the tragedy.
05:01In the midst of mourning for the loss of her husband, Mary Joy helped others.
05:07She took care of an old woman in the evacuation center, who she took care of before the typhoon hit.
05:14When I got my mom, she had a difference in thinking.
05:18I thought she was just hungry because no one was taking care of her.
05:25Despite the difficult trial, Mary Joy did not lose her positive attitude.
05:30She remained strong in her faith in God.
05:33Maybe we need help.
05:38This will get us up.
05:40We will be able to get up.
05:43God will not leave us.
05:47The world will be beautiful again.
05:49A better world.
05:56On their way back to Calisto, they brought clean water for the survivors of the tragedy.
06:03We will transfer the treated water into this tank.
06:06So the quality of water is safe to drink of everybody.
06:11Especially our military and also the survivors here.
06:14Two weeks passed since the typhoon Yolanda hit Manila.
06:19But the people who were affected by the typhoon, like Tacloban City, still need help like food, water, and medical attention.
06:27Even though it's raining heavily, local and foreign volunteers are still helping.
06:35Those who were affected by the typhoon Yolanda were able to return to their country.
06:43All of them can't believe what happened in Visayas, a particular city of Tacloban.
06:56When we went to Tacloban last week, we witnessed the gathering of foreign volunteers.
07:03It is estimated that almost 30 countries are already receiving financial aid in the Philippines.
07:08While 15 countries are sending their rescue teams, soldiers, airplanes, and ships
07:16that can help deliver relief goods and help the victims of the typhoon.
07:21And here in Divine Word Hospital, it was washed out by the typhoon Yolanda.
07:26And here, the Korean doctors and nurses are helping to provide medical assistance to our countrymen.
07:33They are the ones who cleaned the inside and outside of the hospital.
07:36And they also brought important medical equipment and facilities.
07:41The first to arrive in the Philippines to help was the United States.
07:46They sent the largest ship of the U.S. Navy, the USS George Washington.
07:52They are using the ship in times of war as an instrument of their assistance.
07:59In addition to the airplanes and helicopters that are delivering relief goods to the affected areas of Leyte,
08:06the USS Washington is also led by soldiers who are in charge of ground operations and helping people.
08:19This group of American soldiers was witnessed by Alisto carrying a large cart
08:24full of mineral water and distributing it to the people outside the Tacloban Airport.
08:30We don't need to go any further because the neighbors of our country in Asia
08:36also heard the call of our countrymen.
08:40Doctors, soldiers, and some volunteers from countries such as Japan, Korea, and Thailand came to the country immediately.
08:48Alisto met a group of soldiers who were sent by Malaysia to Tacloban.
08:55Right here we have the water container so that we can have the process of giving out the water to the people here become faster.
09:04They brought clean water for the survivors of the tragedy.
09:09The treated water over here we will transfer into this tank so the quality of water is safe to drink of everybody.
09:17Especially our Milka Troop and also the survivors here.
09:20Because of the heavy rain in Yolanda, the town of Palo is located in Leyte.
09:26That's why this is one of the places where volunteers from Europe come.
09:31Alisto was able to reach a field hospital of Belgian and German nationals outside the church of Palo.
09:38When we saw it on the news, it was one of our tasks to respond immediately after the disaster.
09:45Our main purpose is to help the Philippine people.
09:50We are here to do humanitarian work, emergency responders, and contribute to the people who are suffering from the typhoon.
09:58There are also medical stations where the makeshift hospitals of their group and their German team are located.
10:05The BFAS is run by almost 40 people who are involved in the field of surgery, pediatrics, diseases, and emergency operations.
10:14Here, the patient will be registered, he will receive an identification number,
10:20and they will already identify a speciality, a department, a medical department for giving the medical treatment.
10:33According to their team leader, it's not easy for his family to leave their country.
10:37But he explained that this is his calling and it's important to help the people, especially those in need, like the Philippines.
10:46In our heart and in our mind, we are humanitarian workers and we are here to help the people.
10:52It's a kind of solidarity of Europe with the Philippines.
10:55Someone told me that someone here is in need of surgery.
10:58When Jane heard about this, she didn't hesitate to go to Palo.
11:04She traveled for almost an hour.
11:07According to her, there is no medical assistance in their country.
11:11That's why she couldn't get the big wound that she got when the typhoon hit.
11:16The wind was strong.
11:18I didn't notice that there was a strong wind.
11:21There was a lot of blood.
11:23I said, I have a wound.
11:25My daughter cleaned it up so that it wouldn't bleed.
11:28Because it's really bleeding.
11:31The residents are also thankful.
11:33There is medical assistance, but it's free.
11:36If you have a wound, you can get it treated for free.
11:41You see, there is a lot of money, but there is no payment.
11:44Despite the tragedy, the locals were positive about the Filipinos' warm welcome.
11:51Locals are very, very polite and very grateful for the efforts of the international community.
11:58And that's very nice.
11:59We see people in the street and they are always smiling and welcoming us.
12:06And that's very nice.
12:08That's a very positive message.
12:10Despite the fact that the typhoon Yolanda hit Visayas,
12:15it seems that it changed the world and the spirit of the people.
12:20For the Filipinos who are here in Leyte, the distance was not a barrier.
12:24The language was different, and it rained to help those in need.
12:43In the return of Alisto,
12:45on social networking sites, there are images of the people of Hanoi
12:50helping the victims of the typhoon Yolanda.
12:52Yolanda.
12:58Although our country is going through a dark period,
13:02it seems that it is being illuminated by the help and support of the people of Hanoi.
13:08Some are U.S. Cooper and other individuals.
13:11There are different ways to unite and take care of the victims.
13:17On social networking sites, there are images of the people of Hanoi
13:22helping the victims of the typhoon Yolanda.
13:29U.S. Cooper did not stop there.
13:31Aside from being Alisto in taking photos and videos,
13:35he also became Alisto in helping.
13:38U.S. Cooper, Rain, Calucag, and his friends launched the Butterfly Project.
13:43Aside from providing underwear, sanitary napkins,
13:48and diapers to the women and children of the victims of the typhoon Yolanda.
13:53The budget for the Christmas party is provided by U.S. Cooper's office,
13:57Rolando Loredo.
13:59They will donate to help those in need.
14:02They will not have a party,
14:05but they are happy to help those in need.
14:07U.S. Cooper also distributed Mayep 5,
14:10which is an image of street children
14:12who gave their abilities to their fellow children who were affected by the tragedy.
14:18According to the children, they are begging for help.
14:22They are hoping that they will be able to help
14:25those who bought 1 kilo of rice and 2 cans of sardines.
14:29They also gave 30 pesos as a donation.
14:32U.S. Cooper's wife, Noel, and Princess Sangalawa,
14:36decided to put a donation jar in front of their store
14:40to raise funds for the victims of the typhoon Yolanda.
14:44Actually, we decided to donate our personal belongings.
14:49Because we want to help,
14:52and we also want to help those who are affected by the typhoon Yolanda.
14:56We put a jar in front of our store
14:59so that everyone can donate,
15:02even if it's just a small donation.
15:05Because a small donation is important for those affected by the typhoon Yolanda.
15:11But Noel admitted that he is not sure
15:14if there are people who will really help them with their small project.
15:18But Noel admitted that he is not sure
15:21if there are people who will really help them with their small project.
15:26That's why he was very surprised
15:29that even though it's just a small donation,
15:32the importance inside the jar increased.
15:35Whoever has the heart to help,
15:38I would like to thank them.
15:41Thank you.
15:43But the help of the couple did not end with the donation.
15:45They also called for those who wanted to donate clothes
15:49that can be sent to the affected.
15:56Wenceslao or Vico Jr. also sent a message of hope and support
16:01to the affected.
16:03That's why they called their neighbors in a subdivision
16:07to ask for a donation.
16:09Even though it's just a small donation,
16:11the help we received from them,
16:14especially from the victims of the typhoon Yolanda.
16:18One of the people who called our group
16:21is a pair of slippers
16:23that has a message for the affected.
16:26Don't lose hope, our fellow countrymen in Tacloban.
16:30We will be even more hopeful.
16:35A few days ago,
16:37Alistos brought Noel and Princess
16:39to give their collection to the Kapuso Foundation.
16:56We called on the members of the Summit View Homeowners Association
17:00to help them bring the donations.
17:05But due to the large number of donations,
17:07they need to help their neighborhood leaders
17:11to use their dump trucks
17:13to send relief goods.
17:16Of course, we are very happy.
17:18No matter how far the neighborhood of San Rafael is,
17:21it will be able to help
17:23and will definitely reach the victims of the typhoon Yolanda.
17:28Even though it rained heavily,
17:30the people of San Rafael did not stop
17:32in bringing and sending donations
17:35to the Kapuso Foundation warehouse.
17:38The weight of the boxes
17:40and the bags they are carrying
17:42is obvious
17:44because they have a light heart for helping others.
17:49Even though the donations
17:51are a big help in bringing people together.
17:58You are still watching the strength of the Filipino heart.
18:02For some Kapuso stars,
18:04helping others is also a part of their lives.
18:07For the victims of the typhoon Yolanda,
18:10the program, Save the All Stars,
18:12is just a part of their daily life.
18:15It is a competition
18:17to give strength to the Filipino heart, Telethon.
18:19And of course, I am here with our Kapuso,
18:22none other than Mr. Arnold Clavio.
18:25He is also one of your employees
18:27and another member of GMA News and Public Affairs.
18:29How can we assure
18:31that our donations and all of it
18:33will reach the victims?
18:35Of course, it is a big trust
18:37here at the Kapuso Foundation.
18:39And all of your help,
18:41they regularly report
18:43where the donations are going.
18:45Especially for those who are not going,
18:47sometimes the Kapuso Foundation is the first.
18:49So thank you to those who gave cash
18:52and relief goods
18:54to reach our fellow Filipinos
18:56in the land of Yolanda.
18:58In times of calamity,
19:00there is no big or small help.
19:03In our unity,
19:05we can all
19:07overcome.
19:09With the strength and strength of the Filipino heart,
19:11we will rise
19:13and rise again.
19:15To those who want to donate
19:17to the Kapuso Foundation,
19:19just call the number
19:21982-7777
19:23local 9901
19:25to 9905.
19:27For those who are still looking
19:29for news
19:31about their missing child,
19:33please contact
19:35gmanews.tv
19:37No matter what calamity
19:39we always remember,
19:41we will rise and rise again
19:43because the Filipino heart is strong.
19:47Good evening, I am Claudio.
19:49No one left behind.
19:51Be Alisto!
20:07To those who want to donate
20:09to the Kapuso Foundation,
20:11please call the number
20:13982-7777
20:15local 9901
20:17to 9905.
20:19For those who are still looking
20:21for news
20:23about their missing child,
20:25please call the number
20:27982-7777
20:29local 9901
20:31to 9905.