Pregnant woman rescued by police during typhoon Crising gives birth safely in Cagayan

• A pregnant woman went into labor during Typhoon Crising and was rescued by police in Santa Teresita, Cagayan on Friday night
• She was initially riding a kolong-kolong, but authorities transferred her to a police vehicle to safely navigate the floodwaters
• “Lumusong lang 'yung sasakyan namin dahil medyo mataas ito...,” said Police Major Gary Macadangdang, describing the quick transfer
• The woman gave birth to a healthy baby girl at the Municipal Health Center, and both are now in stable condition

A pregnant woman was swiftly rescued by authorities after she went into labor amid the onslaught of Typhoon Crising in Santa Teresita, Cagayan on Friday night.

According to a report by James Agustin on 24 Oras Weekend, the Santa Teresita Municipal Police Station responded without delay, braving heavy rains and rising floodwaters to reach the woman.

The expectant mother was initially riding a kolong-kolong—a small motorized tricycle—when police officers found her.

Recognizing the urgency of the situation, they decided to transfer her to their patrol vehicle, which could better navigate the flooded roads.

“Lumusong lang 'yung sasakyan namin dahil medyo mataas ito. And then, minabuti namin na ilipat na lang sa sasakyan namin para madala po siya agad,” said Police Major Gary Macadangdang, officer-in-charge of the Santa Teresita Municipal Police Station.

Thanks to the quick and coordinated efforts of the police, the woman was safely transported to the Municipal Health Center, where she later gave birth to a healthy baby girl.

Both mother and newborn are now in stable condition and recovering well under medical supervision.

This incident highlights the vital role of law enforcement and emergency responders during natural disasters, especially in rural communities where access to medical facilities can be hampered by severe weather.

Authorities are reminding residents to seek immediate help from local responders during emergencies and commended the quick thinking and bravery of the responding officers amid difficult weather conditions.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh