29/08/2026
To everyone asking about and concerned for the Aeta communities here in Capas, Tarlac, please know that their families are safe and doing relatively well despite almost a month of continuous rain, flooding, and limited food supplies.
They are currently unable to come down from their communities because the rivers they need to cross remain dangerously deep. There is also a growing threat of lahar flowing down from the mountains should the rain continue.
Once the floodwaters and bad weather subside, we will immediately assess the needs of the families, especially the children, and help in whatever way we can.
However, knowing that this situation may continue for some time, we hope to start gathering food supplies now so we can distribute them to the communities. We are currently collecting rice, noodles, and canned goods for them.
Thank you to everyone who continues to care, ask, and keep our Aeta communities in your thoughts.