World Comforts Philippines, Offers Words of Solace After Super Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda)
With 10,000 estimated to have died from the Category 5 super typhoon force that is Haiyan (Yolanda), people from all walks of life around the world have started comforting the Philippines, offering words of solace and hope in this most trying times.
Government and corporate leaders, celebrities, even ordinary folks took to social media to express sympathies.
"I am extremely saddened by the reports of loss of life and terrible scenes of devastation caused by Typhoon Haiyan/Yolanda in the Philippines. The United Nations remains on standby to mobilize any support that the people of the Philippines require from the international community." - Valerie Amos, United Nations humanitarian chief
Philippines readied for #Typhoon that could not be Prepared for-afrter destructive power of #Haiyan, Globe must help http://t.co/K6cSKeRZoB
— Amb.Muhamed Sacirbey (@MuhamedSacirbey) November 10, 2013
My heart goes out to all those affected by Typhoon Haiyan. May God be your comfort. You will rise again. #Philippines
— Manya Nyamweya (@iammissmanya) November 10, 2013
I ask all of you to join me in prayer for the victims of Typhoon Haiyan / Yolanda especially those in the beloved islands of the Philippines
— Pope Francis (@Pontifex) November 9, 2013
Typhoon Haiyan is a monster, pray for the people in the Philippines and nearby countries
— Kimi Cramer (@TweetTwister4) November 10, 2013
Man that looks bad. Heart going out to Philippines. An earthquake and then this! Rotten luck. http://t.co/Hn8FKGYRKl
— Alex Goldmark (@alexgoldmark) November 10, 2013
Sending positive vibes to the #Philippines - check out how you can help victims of this massive disaster. http://t.co/ZGrrlCfbQt
— Rod the Cat (@RodtheCat) November 10, 2013
Navy please keep the people of The Philippines in your prayers!!! I was just there and this truly breaks my heart!!! - Rihanna
Today prayers and thoughts for those affected by Typhoon #Haiyan. #prayforthePhilippines
— Mark DiGirolamo (@markdigirolamo) November 10, 2013
I feel sorry for anyone in the Philippines & Vietnam, Typhoon Haiyan is brutal! #Phillipines #TyphoonHaiyan also #RemembranceSunday
— marktaylor (@mtaylor000) November 10, 2013
"On behalf of the people of the United States, I offer our deepest condolences and solidarity as you wrestle with the devastation and loss of life that accompanied Super Typhoon Haiyan. The United States stands ready to help, our embassies in the Philippines and Palau are in close contact with your governments, and our most heartfelt prayers are with you." - John Kerry, U.S. Secretary of State
We hope that everyone in the Philippines stays safe. We will be thinking of you and your loved ones back home. http://t.co/FdYmeQAXlQ
— Andrea Horwath (@andreahorwath) November 10, 2013
Praying for all the people devastated by the Philippine Hurricane. Between 1,000-10,000 deaths. http://t.co/3opgYGqEym
— Krishna Bhogaonker (@uckrishnab) November 10, 2013
All social media networks continue to be flooded with encouraging words from global citizens who may or may not have personally been to the Philippines. In deep contrast to the words uttered by Canadian teacher Jax Cote of Vancouver, British Columbia.
At the height of super typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda) blasting the Philippines on Friday, Ms Cote was quoted commenting on a thread at Facebook by saying "so this means the world is getting rid a whole wack of Phillipino's about time God cleaned house!"
The Filipinos, known for their resilient nature, aren't expected to take the matter just plain sitting down. Ms Cote may well have to expect her own personal life's version of super typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda).