destroyer and a supply ship to make best speed for the philippines. the crew of that carrier group were on short leave at hong kong but were recalled to their ships in order to set sale immediately. that carrier group is equipped for disaster relief efforts, including helicopter squadrons on the carrier. they also are well equipped for medical services. they re setting sail tonight, expecting to be on scene in 48 to 72 hours. but those 5,000 american sailors and hundreds of u.s. marines will find what they get there is the gearing up of a massive government and ngo effort to feed, shelter and care for just millions of displaced people. joining us now is bettina luescher, spokesperson for the united nations world food programme, one of the primary world relief organizations working in the philippines tonight. thank you very much for being with us.
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