Rescue in the Philippines
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The US Navy has sent one of its vessels to help in rescue efforts in the Philippines following a landslide:
Hat tip: Camp Katrina.
The US military is diverting a naval vessel taking part in war games in the Philippines to help the victims of a landslide that buried an entire village, the US embassy said.It's a very commendable effort that shows the US military's dedication to providing humanitarian aid for countries in emergency situations, and the military deserves many congratulations and thanks for their efforts.
Embassy spokesman Matt Lussenhop said they were also studying requests by the Philippine Red Cross for the US military to send heavy-lift helicopters to help in the rescue and relief efforts.
Hat tip: Camp Katrina.
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