Tag: disaster relief
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Government Provides P164.48 Million in Aid to Families Impacted by Mt. Kanlaon Eruption
The national government, in collaboration with local authorities, has disbursed a total of PHP164.48 million in aid to families affected by the eruption of Mount Kanlaon on December 9, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC). The latest report from the council indicates that PHP109.95 million was allocated to Central Visayas,…
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Government Allocates P164.48 Million for Kanlaon Eruption Victims
The national government, in collaboration with local authorities, has disbursed a total of PHP164.48 million to support families impacted by the eruption of Mount Kanlaon on December 9, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC). The aid distribution includes PHP109.95 million for Central Visayas and PHP54.53 million for Western Visayas. The…
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Urgent Call for Volunteers to Aid in Food Pack Preparation Amid Mt. Kanlaon Crisis
The Visayas Disaster Resource Center (VDRC) in Mandaue City, Cebu, is urgently seeking additional volunteers to assist in the preparation of family food packs (FFPs) for those affected by the unrest at Mt. Kanlaon. Tonyson Luther Lee, the Assistant Regional Director for Administration at the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), emphasized the ongoing…
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Government Aid Surpasses P161 Million for Families Hit by Mt. Kanlaon Eruption
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) announced on Monday that the combined efforts of the national and local governments have provided over PHP161.8 million in aid to families impacted by the recent eruption of Mt. Kanlaon. According to the NDRRMC’s situation report, PHP52.29 million was allocated to Western Visayas, while PHP109.53 million…
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DSWD Delivers Over 8 Million Food Packs to Disaster-Affected Families in 2024
In a significant relief effort throughout 2024, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) successfully distributed over 8 million family food packs (FFPs) to approximately 6.86 million families impacted by various disasters across the Philippines. This initiative was highlighted by DSWD Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao, who emphasized the department’s rapid response and enhanced collaboration…
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Canlaon City Hopes for More Aid as Negros Oriental Declares State of Calamity Amid Mt. Kanlaon Threat
In Dumaguete City, the local government of Canlaon City in Negros Oriental is anticipating an increase in disaster relief funds and support, following the province’s declaration of a state of calamity due to the looming danger from Mt. Kanlaon. Edna Lhou Masicampo, the designated information officer for Canlaon City, expressed optimism to the Philippine News…
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Tragedy Strikes Davao Occidental as ITCZ-Induced Floods Claim One Life, Injure 20
In a devastating turn of events, Davao Occidental has been grappling with the aftermath of severe flooding and landslides triggered by the intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ) since last week. The Office of the Civil Defense in Davao Region (OCD-11) confirmed on Tuesday night that the relentless rains have led to one fatality, 20 injuries, and…
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Government Support for Families Impacted by Mt. Kanlaon Activity Surpasses PHP149 Million
The government, along with local authorities, has provided over PHP149.9 million in aid to families affected by the continuous unrest of Mount Kanlaon, according to the latest update from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) on Wednesday. The aid distribution includes PHP45.72 million allocated to Western Visayas and PHP104.21 million to Central…
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Government Support for Families Impacted by Mt. Kanlaon Activity Surpasses P149 Million
The government, along with local authorities, has escalated its relief efforts for families affected by the continuous unrest of Mount Kanlaon, with the total aid now amounting to nearly PHP150 million, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC). The NDRRMC’s latest situation report indicates that PHP45.72 million has been allocated to…
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DHSUD Initiates Housing Program and Disaster Relief Efforts in 2024
The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) has begun distributing the initial batch of housing units under the national housing initiative before the close of 2024. The Pambansang Pabahay Para sa Pilipino Housing (4PH) Program, launched in September 2022, was designated as a flagship initiative by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. through Executive…
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