TACLOBAN CITY— Eastern Samar has been placed under a state of calamity upon the recommendation of the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC) following the extensive destruction caused by successive weather disturbances — Typhoon Tino and Super Typhoon Uwan. READ: Eastern Samar town placed under state of calamity due to Tino In a resolution approved on Tuesday, the council cited that the twin typhoons brought torrential rains, violent winds, and massive flooding, which led to significant damage to properties, infrastructure, agriculture, and fisheries across several municipalities and in Borongan City. Based on the Rapid Damage Assessment and Needs […]... Keep on reading: Storm-weary Eastern Samar placed under state of calamity