Globe supports communities affected by Typhoon Uwan, while restoration and relief efforts remain ongoing for Typhoon Tino.
As of the latest update, “Uwan” has weakened into a Typhoon and is now over the coastal waters of Bacnotan, La Union. Heavy rainfall, strong winds, and storm surges are expected across Luzon, including Metro Manila. Uwan is forecasted to exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) early Tuesday this week.
Relief and Restoration in Uwan-Hit Areas
Globe has activated Libreng Tawag, Charging, and WiFi (LT/LC/LW) services in eight (8) confirmed areas to assist affected residents. These include:
- Cauayan City, Isabela
- Laoag City, Ilocos Norte (two sites)
- Cabanatuan, Nueva Ecija
- Naga City, Camarines Sur
- Lasam, Cagayan
- Dalakit, Catarman, Northern Samar
- Baldios, Santa Ignacia, Santa Ignacia, Tarlac
Additional activations are ongoing in other affected provinces.
Through Alagang Globe, 600 meals were distributed to 200 families in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte, and Aparri, Cagayan, as part of Globe’s continuing relief operations for communities impacted by the storm.
Network restoration is progressing steadily, with 100% availability in Aklan, Antique, Biliran, Bohol, Capiz, Eastern Samar, Guimaras, Iloilo, Northern Samar, Western Samar, and Siquijor, 99% in Palawan, and ongoing restoration in Cebu (95.5%), Leyte (93.3%), Negros Oriental (98%), Negros Occidental (79%), and Southern Leyte (67%).
Ongoing Efforts in Tino-Hit Areas
Globe continues to provide connectivity and assistance in areas previously impacted by Typhoon Tino, with 100% network availability in Dinagat Islands and Surigao del Norte, 99.9% in Palawan (SLZ), and 99.27% in Cebu Province.
Libreng Charging and WiFi stations also remain active in four barangays in Cebu City, Guba, Angsungot, Binaliw, and Cambinucot, from November 9 to 11, operating daily from 8 AM to 9 PM to support residents’ communication needs.
Globe remains closely coordinated with local government units and partners to sustain connectivity and deliver vital assistance to affected communities. For ongoing updates, visit GlobeICON.