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Residents try to salvage recyclable materials from what used to be houses in the aftermath of a massive fire that engulfed hundreds of makeshift homes in a shanty town community in the Tondo district of Manila, Philippines, May 12.
During the fire, at least 100 people were plucked from the waters thick with ash and debris, the Philippine Daily Inquirer reported.
Amazingly no deaths were reported, though at least five people were injured.
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A resident searches underwater for any reusable materials from the remains of his home.
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Residents search for usable items at the site of a fire in a shanty town in Manila.
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Residents try to salvage recyclable materials on what used to be houses in the aftermath of a massive fire.
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"WOW" I visit Manila, Quezon City and was shock over 20 years ago but this is worse. There must a change in the US policy on how aid is spent. Or there will never be change to the Philipines, and other countries.
To Montana: You're right. I've seen these shipping containers fixed up just beautifully and they can be set to withstand hurricanes and such. Even in sparse conditions I think these could be used to give proper shelter and cleanliness.
My mother was born in the Philippines and the only reason we live in America today is because she married my dad who was in the Navy and stationed near Guam, etc. It is very difficult for these people to get to the states otherwise. I am thankful to live in America, and even though we are not rich, I know my relatives will eat because my mother sends money over to our relatives every month... so they can live day to day knowing they will eat.