Canadian Forces: Philippines Typhoon

Philippines typhoon: OTTAWA - The Canadian Forces are considering sending a detachment of three to six Griffon helicopters to help with relief efforts in the Philippines in the wake of typhoon Haiyan. , according to Winnipeg Free Press. A final decision will be made by an inter-departmental task force in Ottawa, but the military is preparing helicopters for the mission if it's decided to send them. Typhoon Haiyan survivors walk amid ruins of buildings in Maraboth, Philippines, Thursday, Nov. 14, 2013. The Canadian Forces are considering sending a detachment of three to six Griffon helicopters to help with relief efforts in the Philippines in the wake of typhoon Haiyan. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP/Dita Alangkar Related Items Articles Philippines typhoon death toll jumps by more than 1,200, now stands at 3,621 Officials say teams on the ground on the typhoon-ravaged island of Panay are assessing the situation and the need for helicopters. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.