Bagyong Sendong Hits Mindanao, Hundreds Have Died and Many Are Homeless!

Hundreds of people have died due to our corrupt government. There's no question about it. Some government officials are aware of illegal logging, rampant deforestation, mining activities, quarrying, bulldozing for new housing developments and so forth. It seems our political officials are not doing their jobs; neither are police authorities. They should be fired or they should voluntarily resign! Some persons or entities should be held responsible for the deaths of hundreds of people. Survivors should be compensated for the loss of their loved ones, properties and also their suffering. We cannot allow this to happen again. We should act strongly and unanimously. Let's fight against corruption! Nagapuyo kita sa kultura nga pagpangorakot. Bisan relihiyoso nagahimo sa ingon. Kinahanglan banggaon nato ug pulpogon ang pader sa kangil-ad: pagkamaakuhon ug pagka dili matinud-anon! Right now!

This is the first time Mindanao has had so many casualties due to a typhoon. Never in my life have I seen such devastation. Many typhoons had hit Mindanao. I've experienced it myself, a number of times, in fact. This magnitude of destruction is incredible! Those responsible for the damage caused by Typhoon Washi (Bagyong Sendong) must be held accountable. They should be prosecuted - all of them! The political officials may have been aware of illegal logging, rampant deforestation, mining activities, quarrying, and bulldozing for new housing developments, but neglected the issues. Where is the law enforcement? Why is nothing being done? Somebody must be getting bribes. I wouldn't be surprised. I bet you, the higher the level, the bigger the bribe.

I'm wondering if we had some collapsed dams when these deadly flash floods occurred in Iligan City and Cagayan de Oro City. Although, I strongly believed that the flash flooding that happened in Iligan City was due to rampant deforestation, illegal logging and mining activities. You never know, it maybe some collapsed dams somewhere that caused this tragedy. If it had been, what were the workers doing that oversee the dam or dams? Texting? Resting and more resting, I guess that's what happened.

By the way, the survivors of Typhoon Washi (Bagyong Sendong) received some help from our very dear Philippine government. I heard each of the survivors only got a small bag containing one kilo of rice and a can of sardines. :( Nakasiguro 'ko nga igo na kana nga hinabang para sa pipila ka-bulan, ug siguro pod, sa mga katuigan nga moabot! Gi-ahak lang! Asa naman kaha diay ang mga donasyon nipaingon? Sa mga nagdumala: Ayaw intawon ninyo bulsaha, malooy intawon mo!

Dakong ikauulaw ang akong gipanghisgot dinhe apan anaa kini'y gibug-aton. Hunahunaa baya nga dili sa tanang panahon magapabilin kita sa atong nahimutangan. Moabot ra ang panahon nga mobali na pod ang dagan sa unos. Basin labaw pa ang kapit-os nga atong matagamtam. Busa hunahunaon ang ugma, dili ang karon. Kita ra pod mismong mga Pilipino ang makasugamak sa resulta sa atong wala'y nadang gipanghimo. Kita ra pod ang mag-antos. Dapat magtinabangay, dili mag-nilookay!

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http://scienceray.com/earth-sciences/sendong-victims-visayas-and-mindanao-hea...
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2076124/Philippines-Typhoon-Washi-Pic...

To those who have inquired about the welfare of my family and friends: Thank you. As far as I know, my family and friends are all OK.

Follow the links for more shocking news: http://nhejzheen.multiply.com/photos/album/118

"25 killed in southern Philippines landslide; more than 100 may be buried" - http://www.thestar.com/news/article/1110947

Hundreds affected by leptospirosis disease: http://gulfnews.com/news/world/philippines/at-least-24-dead-due-to-polluted-f...

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[SkydiverJed]

I'm glad your family and friends are all okay Nhejzheen. Over 1000 dead..... =[ RIP! My condolences to those who are in mourning..…

[Nhejzheen]

@SkydiverJed Thanks! This has been a tough time for me. Although my friends and family are alive and well, they are experiencing big problems. There is much to clean up. Food is scarce. And death and devastation are all around. They will be having trouble for many months ahead. Thank you so much for your kind words.

Have a merry Christmas and may the coming year be a good one for you.

[mylar20101]

Hey cannot blame any body,it happened just shut up. 

[Nhejzheen]

@mylar20101 Your attitude is the typical Pilipino "don't look at the bad stuff whether it's true or not". Why would I shut up?! YouTube is a place where we express our thoughts and feelings. You can say whatever you like but don't tell me to shut up. Have a great day!

[SuperPilipinoAko]

As the economy grows up..… more and more flash flooding occur. That’s Philippines for ya!