The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic informs that as a result of the typhoon "Fung-Wong" strike in the Philippines, Kyrgyz citizens have not been harmed. As of November 10, according to the competent authorities of the country, there have been no reported cases of death or injury among citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic.
In response to the natural disaster, all institutions in the Philippines are in a state of full readiness to assist those affected. As part of these efforts, the Philippine Red Cross has opened 435 evacuation centers in 22 branches.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs urges citizens of Kyrgyzstan to remain vigilant and follow the instructions of local authorities in light of worsening weather conditions.
For safety and health, Kyrgyz citizens are advised to contact the following emergency numbers:
- General emergency number: 911 (available throughout the Philippines).
- Philippine Red Cross: 143 or (02) 8527 8385 to 95 (for assistance and evacuation).
- Fire service: (02) 8426 0219 or (02) 8426 0246.
- National Council of the Philippines for Disaster Risk Reduction: (02) 8911 5061 to 65; (02) 8911 1406, (02) 8912 2665, (02) 8912 5668, (02) 8911 1873.
- Consular Department: +996 999 312 002;
- Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in Japan: +81 90 6378 7231;
- Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan: +92 330 371 7771;
- Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Islamic Republic of Iran: +98 935 250 52 26.
