Improving the Philippines’ Typhoon Disaster Response The Philippines, being highly susceptible to typhoons, faces significant challenges in disaster response. One major issue is the inefficiency in distributing relief to affected areas due to poor coordination between national and local authorities. During Typhoon Yolanda in 2013, for example, relief efforts were delayed because of miscommunication, leaving many survivors without essential supplies for days. Additionally, inadequate infrastructure in rural and coastal areas, such as poorly constructed evacuation centers and impassable roads, hampers both evacuation and aid delivery, resulting in greater loss of life and prolonged suffering. To address these problems, the government must invest in upgrading infrastructure, particularly in disaster-prone regions. Building sturdier evacuation centers and reinforcing roads and bridges will ensure better access during typhoons. Additionally, the National Disaster Risk Red...