Crazy Manila Weather

Metro Manila weather lately has just been crazy! It has been raining non stop since Sunday. Most places are flooded, some are flooded up to the 2nd floor or even higher, people stranded or still needs to be rescued, and worst part, some not only lost their livelihood and homes, but their loved ones as well. People are crying, starving, cold, and in dire need of help. Heartbreaking and scary.

We didn't have electricity for more than 24 hours, good thing power was turned back on today. We were stuck at home, we could only eat what we have stocked, mostly canned goods or hotdogs and eggs. Imagine, Jollibee or KFC even ran out of chicken, all the fast food chains near our house ran out of food to sell, groceries out of supplies too. Despite that, I still feel fortunate that we weren't flooded, that we still had food to eat, that we still have our home and we're all safe. They say the worst is over, I just hope so, specially for the sake of those who weren't fortunate enough.

We all know that Metro Manila has the worst weather in all of Philippines. If it's not too hot and dry, it's too cold and wet. As early as June the storm/ typhoon season starts and will end in the early Ber-months. And because I feel so lucky that I'm here, alive, and blogging, here are a few things to keep in mind, maybe bookmark or save... 

Prepare your own Survival Kit:

Water, food, first aid kit, flashlights, blankets, clothes, etc.

read this.

And if you are one of those who are lucky, please help out our brothers and sisters who are in need. Mayor Lim has already suspended classes in Manila until Friday, August 10. Maybe help out, volunteer, donate, or whatever you can do to help.

RED CROSS

SMS

Text REDAMOUNT to 2899 (Globe) or 4143 (Smart)

G-Cash

Text DONATEAMOUNT4-digit M-PINREDCROSS to 2882

There are lots of other pages that are also giving ways on how you can help, check your facebook or twitter. I saw most of these there.

It's sad how we still haven't learned from the past like Ondoy. We should really start taking care of our planet, let's start with our own country. This is natures way of getting back at us, it's been sending us a message for years now.

I hope everyone is dry and safe. My heart goes out to those who are affected and the victims of this bad weather. Filipinos are resilient, we will all get through this, we will survive like we always do, and we will move on with a smile. Faith and prayers are always the best weapon.

Take care!

XXXOOO,

   Les :)