No Filipino has been reported among the victims of a deadly landslide that struck West Java, Indonesia, bringing a measure of relief amid tragedy.
On Saturday night, the Philippine Embassy in Indonesia confirmed that, as of this time, no Filipino nationals were affected by the incident.
The announcement came through a statement posted on the embassy’s official Facebook page.
Behind the reassurance, however, is a developing disaster.
The embassy said it is in close coordination with the Indonesian National Search and Rescue Agency, as well as members of the Filipino community in Bandung, West Java, as authorities continue rescue and recovery efforts.
According to initial reports, eight people have died in the landslide, which affected at least 113 families.
The toll remains uncertain.
As of the latest update, 82 people are still missing, while 23 have been found safe.
The landslide was triggered by heavy rains that battered a village in the West Bandung region. The downpour began around 3:30 a.m. Manila time, hitting the Cisarua district—a mountainous area located far from the city center.
Due to the continuing risk, local authorities have placed the area under emergency alert status.
Residents have been advised to stay vigilant and evacuate immediately if conditions worsen.
The Philippine Embassy said it will continue to closely monitor the situation of Filipinos in the area, expressing hope that ongoing search and rescue operations will lead to more survivors being found.
For Filipinos who may need information or assistance, the embassy urged them to reach out through its WhatsApp hotline at +62 811 887 344.
As rescue teams work against time and weather, the embassy—and the Filipino community—remain watchful, hoping for safety amid uncertainty.
