Philippines allocates P130 million in aid for flood-affected Bicol Region

newsinfo.inquirer.net — October 27, 2024, 07:01 AM UTC

The Philippine government has allocated P130 million in aid for the Bicol Region, which was severely impacted by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine. This includes P50 million for Albay, P30 million for Naga City, and P50 million for Camarines Sur.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. assured residents that necessary supplies, such as food packs and hygiene kits, are available. He stated that systems are in place to support those affected by the flooding.

Tropical Storm Leon is currently being monitored but is expected to stay away from the Philippine landmass. No wind signals have been raised, although some areas may see Signal No. 1 later today.

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[5.1]
OCD deploys team to Naga City for storm relief efforts (gmanetwork.com)
8d 20h
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[4.3]
Marcos allocates P80 million in aid to flood-affected Albay and Naga City (newsinfo.inquirer.net)
10d 18h
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[5.6]
Marcos orders rapid aid deployment to Bicol after severe storm Kristine (rappler.com)
10d 23h
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[5.0]
Philippines mobilizes resources for storm relief after Kristine causes 46 deaths (manilatimes.net)
11d 2h
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Philippines may use unprogrammed funds for disaster response after Kristine (newsinfo.inquirer.net)
11d 15h
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[5.5]
Marcos directs budget department to expedite relief funds after Tropical Storm Kristine (gmanetwork.com)
11d 19h
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[4.7]
Marcos directs government response to strengthen aid for Tropical Storm Kristine victims (newsinfo.inquirer.net)
11d 19h
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Marcos mobilizes military resources for storm relief efforts in the Philippines (gmanetwork.com)
11d 20h
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