How Many Filipinos Were Affected by the Super Typhoon Yolanda?

There are about 11 million individuals in 574 cities and municipalities that were affected by the super typhoon Yolanda that devastated Eastern Visayas on 8 November 2013.

How much would it cost to rebuild and rehabilitate these 574 cities and municipalities?

According to Asia News, US$ 8 billion would be needed to rebuild and rehabilitate the affected towns and cities.

Source: Asia News, Italy

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