B4-1233/95

Resolution on the storm in the Philippines

The European Parliament,

A.whereas the Philippines was struck by tropical storm Cybil on Sunday, 1 October 1995,

B.whereas this storm has left at least 28 dead and thousands homeless,

1.Offers its condolences to the families of the victims;

2.Calls on the Commission to release without delay funds for the people affected and to cooperate in particular in the reconstruction programmes;

3.Instructs its President to forward this resolution to the Council, the Commission and the Government of the Philippines.