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Responding to Disaster: Bringing Safe Water to Communities in the Philippines In the aftermath of Typhoon Bualoi (Opong) and the devastating earthquake that struck Cebu, the Planet Water Foundation Disaster Response Team has been working tirelessly to bring safe drinking water to communities impacted by these events.
Mobilizing in the Wake of Disaster When Typhoon Bualoi (Opong) made landfall, it left widespread destruction across Masbate Province — damaging homes, displacing families, and disrupting access to basic necessities like clean water. In response, Planet Water Foundation immediately mobilized its Disaster Response Team to coordinate with local authorities and first responders to assess needs and deliver critical support.
Delivering Safe Water to Masbate Within days, Planet Water teams arrived in Masbate, conducting rapid assessments in heavily impacted areas. AquaBlock emergency water filtration systems were quickly dispatched and installed in the communities of Mobo, Baleno, and Milagros, where many families were left without electricity or access to safe water. These systems are now providing thousands of people with clean drinking water — a vital first step in helping families begin to rebuild their lives and protect their health during recovery efforts.
Rapid Response, Powered by Partnership This rapid and coordinated response was made possible through the generous support of Planet Water Foundation’s partners - Capital One Philippines, Watts Water Technologies, and Xylem - whose contributions enabled immediate action when communities needed it most.
Standing Together for Recovery Concurrently our team have mobilized to Cebu following the 6.9 magnitude earthquake which shook the province on September 30. Deployment sites have been identified and water filtration systems are in transit to the disaster zone to provide support safe water access to those impacted by the disaster. When crisis strikes, Planet Water Foundation stands ready to respond — bringing hope, resilience, and the power of clean water to communities in need.
Planet Water Foundation’s AquaBlock Emergency Water System provides clean, safe drinking water access when needed most in the wake of emergencies and natural disasters.
