Typhoon YOLANDA (Haiyan)

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Cooper responds to Korina, PNoy; praises Filipino strength

After the clip played, Cooper said, “Let’s remember. I showed you a clinic several days ago at the airport. The doctor said they did not have enough food, they did not have enough water. They did not have enough medical supplies. That’s the clinic at the airport. If any clinic in the entire disaster zone should be able to receive aid quickly, it’s the clinic at the airport and they were not getting it. I certainly pray to God that it is in a better situation than it was two days ago.”

CNN’s coverage of the typhoon has divided Filipinos on social media, with some praising the network for its extensive coverage and for calling out the Philippine government over the slow relief efforts. Others though criticized CNN for “parachute journalism” and for resorting to blaming the government instead of understanding the logistical problems involved.

Thanks to the US and foreign logistics response, na pabilis yung galaw ng relief supplies. If you'd rely on what the Philippines has on hand...3 old C-130s, nagka rebellion na ata sa Visayas.

I hope this will be an eye opener that the Philippines needs more transport planes...