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MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) allocated P82.3 million in emergency relief resources for families to be affected by Tropical Depression Caloy.
The budget covers the following relief efforts:
- P9.28 million standby funds
- P15.02 million worth of family food packs
- P58.01 million worth of other food and non-food items
DSWD, in coordination with local government units, has already begun assessing the specific needs of affected areas. Local disaster management councils have also been activated.
The department said it will mobilize its team in assisting families.
As of 5pm, Friday, March 21, Signal No. 1 had already been raised in 17 provinces.
PAGASA already warned residents in low-lying and mountainous areas to prepare against possible flashfloods and landslides. (You can also help map critical reports using our Project Agos Disaster Information Map.) – Rappler.com
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