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CellOne Launches Typhoon Text Relief Effort

CellOne announced today [Nov 13] the availability of text donations to support the relief efforts of the Bermuda Red Cross in the Philippines. “There are many residents in Bermuda looking for a way to contribute to the aid desperately needed in the Philippines.” says Frank Amaral, CellOne CEO. “Fundraising efforts are under way and we are happy... Read more of this article

Digicel Launches Text Donation For Typhoon

Digicel Bermuda today [Nov 12] appealed to its customers to donate in a fundraising effort to assist victims of Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines. Working in partnership with the Bermuda Red Cross, Digicel has set up two short codes which will allow customers to donate via text message. Each text to 5151 with the word HELP will donate $5 and each text... Read more of this article

Tragic News Received During Haiyan Fundraiser

The show of support by the community during yesterday’s fundraiser for the Philippines was brought to a sobering reality when a Filipino resident present received the news that their relatives, including young children, had been killed by the typhoon. “This was a poignant moment during the event and reminded all present about the harsh reality... Read more of this article

Bermuda Red Cross Launches Haiyan Appeal

The Bermuda Red Cross is launching a cash appeal to support the British Red Cross’ launch to help assist the victims of Typhoon Haiyan. Typhoon Haiyan, locally known as Typhoon Yolanda, struck the Philippines on 8 November 2013. With reports of winds over 190mph it is considered the strongest storm to ever make landfall – and one of the most powerful... Read more of this article

$10,000 Raised At Typhoon Haiyan Fundraiser

[Updated with video] The Association of Filipinos in Bermuda were hoping to get 100 people at their fundraiser today [Nov 11], however as of this writing have already had 200 people through the door, with more still filing in. The attendance exceeded their expectations causing some food selections to run low, however supporters sprang to action, delivering... Read more of this article

Filipinos Still Waiting For News After Typhoon

Following the devastating typhoon which struck the Philippines on Friday, many of the island’s Filipino community remain anxious, with the storm having damaged communication lines leaving many Bermuda residents unable to make contact with their family. As many as 10,000 people are feared dead, and tragic tales continue to emerge, with reports... Read more of this article

Typhoon Hits Philippines, 10,000 Feared Dead

[Updated] Both the Government and Opposition have extended their sympathies and thoughts to the island’s Filipino community after the Philippines was struck by a massive typhoon that left a path of devastation and a death toll reports say could reach 1,200. “We estimate 1,000 people were killed in Tacloban and 200 in Samar province,” Gwendolyn... Read more of this article