No report of Pinoy victim in Portugal floods

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MANILA, Philippines – No Filipino was reportedly affected by the flashfloods and mudslides that recently hit Madeira Island in Portugal, the Department of Foreign Affairs said Wednesday.

In her report to the DFA, Philippine Ambassador to Lisbon Teresa Barsana said there is no record of Filipinos residing in the Madeira area. Philippine Honorary Consul Manuel Pinhiero was also not aware of any Filipino who sought assistance due to the calamity last February 20.

"Nevertheless, if there are Filipinos who are in need of assistance, the Embassy is ready to help them," she said.

Floods claimed the lives of 42 people in Madeira Island while 8 villages remain out of reach as of February 21.

Portuguese authorities began rushing aid to the tourist island off the African coast Saturday night, dispatching a Navy frigate and preparing a Hercules C-130 transport plane loaded with rescue teams, divers, and equipment to clear blocked roads, replace destroyed bridges, and repair downed power and telephone lines.

The Portuguese Prime Minister José Sócrates flew to Madeira late Saturday to meet with regional government officials, pledging Lisbon's full support.

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