Floods hit 8 Jolo villages; destroy houses

MANILA, Philippines - Floods destroyed houses and submerged at least 8 barangays in Jolo, Sulu Friday after a heavy downpour hit the city Thursday night.

Initial radio reports said the floods affected the following villages: Asturias, Alat, Tulay, Takut-Takut, Chinese Pier, Walled City, San Raymundo and Busbus. At least one resident was allegedy killed but the report remains unconfirmed.

Jolo Mayor Hussin Amin said he will meet barangay officials and representatives of other government line agencies to discuss relief efforts for flood victims. He said the major concern now is food for the flood victims who are scattered in different areas. (report from abs-cbnNEWS.com)