Typhoon Kalmaegi – Essential Emergency Contacts for Philippines & Vietnam

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Typhoon Kalmaegi has unleashed its fury, leaving a devastating trail across the Philippines before making landfall in Vietnam. With 114 lives tragically lost in the Philippines and significant impact now felt across Vietnamese coastal regions, urgent access to emergency services is paramount. This article compiles essential contact information to help those in need and facilitate rapid response efforts.

In times of natural disaster, knowing who to call can make all the difference. Aid organizations, government agencies, and local emergency services are mobilized to provide rescue, relief, and support. Whether you need immediate assistance, wish to report a missing person, or are looking for shelter information, these hotlines and contacts are your first point of reference.

 

Philippines Emergency Contacts

 

For those in the Philippines grappling with the aftermath of Typhoon Kalmaegi, numerous agencies are on standby. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) coordinates most relief efforts.

Key Hotlines & Contacts:

  • NDRRMC Operations Center: (02) 8911-5061 to 65 (Landline), 0917-891-6479 (Mobile)
  • Philippine National Police (PNP): 117 or (02) 8722-0650
  • Philippine Red Cross: 143 or (02) 8790-2300
  • Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Hotline: (02) 8931-8101 (for relief goods, shelter assistance)
  • Coast Guard: (02) 8527-3877 (for maritime emergencies/rescue)
  • Email for general inquiries/reporting: ndrrmoc@gmail.com
  • Phillipine Disaster Volunteers: https://disasters2.jimdofree.com/emergency-numbers/ 

It’s advisable to save these numbers on your phone and share them with family and friends. Local government units (LGUs) also maintain their own emergency lines, so check local announcements for specific city or provincial contacts.

 

Vietnam Emergency Contacts

 

As Typhoon Kalmaegi reaches Vietnam, communities are bracing for impact and responding to initial damages. The Central Steering Committee for Natural Disaster Prevention and Control is the primary authority for disaster response.

Key Hotlines & Contacts:

  • National Committee for Search and Rescue: 112
  • Police (General Emergency): 113
  • Fire Department: 114
  • Ambulance/Medical Emergency: 115
  • Vietnam Red Cross Society: (024) 3942-2639
  • Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MONRE) – Disaster Management Department: (024) 3793-1200
  • Email for general inquiries/reporting: info@dmc.gov.vn
  • Vietnam Govt Website: https://dmc.gov.vn/homepage-pt32.html

For both nations, please prioritize your safety. Follow instructions from local authorities, evacuate if advised, and stay updated through official news channels.

A satellite view of Typhoon Kalmaegi’s eye over a body of water, illustrating its massive scale. The image should be dramatic, with swirling clouds.

A satellite view of Typhoon Kalmaegi's eye over a body of water

A scene in the Philippines after a typhoon, showing collapsed structures and debris, with a few people in the distance assessing damage. The mood should convey the aftermath of a powerful storm.

scene in the Philippines after a typhoon, showing collapsed structures and debris

A group of volunteers distributing aid (food, water, blankets) to typhoon survivors in a temporary shelter or affected area in the Philippines. The scene should show compassion and community support.

A group of volunteers distributing aid (food, water, blankets) to typhoon survivors in a temporary shelter or affected area in the Philippines.

A coastal town in Vietnam experiencing heavy rainfall and strong winds as the typhoon makes landfall. People should be seen taking shelter or securing property.

A coastal town in Vietnam experiencing heavy rainfall

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