In isolated Glan village, families survive on boiled bananas, coconuts

SARANGANI, Philippines — Nearly a week after a powerful earthquake rattled southern Mindanao, families in one of Glan town’s most isolated communities are still waiting for relief goods, with many surviving on boiled bananas, sweet potatoes and coconuts as damaged roads, poor communication and lack of transport continue to hamper aid delivery.

Residents of Purok ...