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Aklan Faces More Threats

The Department of Enviroment and National Resources fears that Aklan may face another disaster if another big storm hits. According to Provincial Environment Officer Raul Lorilla, there are still enough mud on the mountainous areas of Aklan that can be eroded if another storm comes. There is still a possibility that the flood will carry mud to the lowlands again.
As of now, the DENR and LGU Aklan are requesting the Philippine Air Force to survey the mountainous areas of Libacao and Madalag.

Also, the Department of Health was alarmed that there were several cases of Leptospirosis and Tetanus in the province. 48 cases of Leptospirosis heve been diagnosed and 3 of them has already expired. Provincial Health Officer Dr. Myrtle Pelayo advised the people to be more careful about their health and avoid getting cut or injured. She warns the people not to wade in the flood waters and the mud especially if they have open wounds, and about only drinking clean water.

Locals from the town of Ibjay also reported suspected cases of Thypoid fever and several has already been hospitalized. They were advised to sterilize their drinking water.

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