President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday assured victims of Typhoon Opong in Masbate province that the government would support them until they can fully recover.
Speaking at Nursery Elementary School in Masbate City, Marcos personally extended his sympathies and led the distribution of relief goods to affected families.
‘The government is here to help. We will provide all your needs, especially those of displaced families. Food packs will be continuously distributed, and hygiene kits will be given to prevent the spread of illness,’ Marcos said in his speech.
The President said the Department of Health (DOH) has been deployed to monitor the health of evacuees, while mobile kitchen trucks have been stationed in the area to provide hot meals.
In addition to food assistance, the government will also provide P10,000 in cash aid to affected families to help them purchase medicine and other needs for infants.
‘Don’t worry, the government will continue to support you even after you leave the evacuation centers,’ Marcos said.
He also announced that First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos had donated water purifying machines to ensure clean drinking water in the community.
To address communication needs in the aftermath of the disaster, Marcos said the government had sent generator sets and Starlink internet terminals to the affected areas.
The Department of Education (DepEd), he added, is already working on the repair and reconstruction of damaged classrooms.
Before ending his visit, Mr. Marcos called on residents not to hesitate in seeking help from local and national agencies.
‘Do not hesitate to speak up if you have any needs. Tell the DSWD, the provincial or municipal government. Whatever you need, we will provide. With a little patience and prayer, we will recover. We are here to support you,’ Marcos stressed./coa