The British public has raised more than £50million to help people affected by Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines in just one week, officials said.
The Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) said the “incredible response” from the British public was helping to fund crucial aid in some of the worst hit parts of the islands.
The money, which includes £5million from the UK Government as a whole and £600,000 from the Scottish Government, is helping to provide much-needed clean water, food, medical care and materials for temporary shelter to those affected.
DEC said its aid agencies had so far reached some 590,000 survivors across the country.
The scale of the disaster remained enormous, with more than 13 million people now known to be affected, DEC said.
Four million people have been forced to leave their homes since Typhoon Haiyan struck almost two weeks ago and the death toll was expected to exceed 10,000.
“We continue to be humbled by the remarkable support the public have provided for this appeal,” DEC chief executive Saleeh Saeed said.
“The country has given so generously. The DEC and our member agencies are extremely thankful for the kindness of all those who have donated.”
Donations can be made to the Philippines Typhoon Appeal on the DEC 24- hour hotline on 0370 6060900, by visiting www.dec.org.uk, by donating over the counter at any high street bank or post office, or by sending a cheque.
People can also donate £5 by texting SUPPORT to 70000.