DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian arrives in Camarines Sur to visit families affected by Typhoon Kristine, assessing the damage and ensuring that relief efforts are effectively addressing their needs.

๐‚๐š๐ฆ๐š๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ž๐ฌ ๐’๐ฎ๐ซ, ๐๐ก๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ข๐ง๐ž๐ฌ โ€“ On October 25, 2024, Secretary Rex Gatchalian of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) arrived in Camarines Sur to assess the impact of Typhoon Kristine and provide direct support to internally displaced persons (IDPs).

His visit included stops at the evacuation centers in Pili Provincial Capitol and Naga City, where he engaged with families hardly hit by TY Kristine.

During his visit, Secretary Gatchalian distributed family food packs to those displaced by the typhoon, ensuring that essential resources reach the most vulnerable communities during this challenging time.

โ€œToday, we reaffirm our commitment to helping our fellow Filipinos in need. It is crucial that we stand together during these times of crisis,โ€ said Secretary Gatchalian. โ€œWe will continue to augment the needs of all affected families as directed by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., ensuring they receive the necessary support to recover and rebuild their lives.โ€

The DSWD, in close collaboration with provincial and local government units, is actively assessing the situation on the ground to determine additional assistance measures. This includes the distribution of non-food items, health services, and psychosocial support for affected communities.

The Secretaryโ€™s visit highlights the governmentโ€™s dedication to responding swiftly to the needs of those impacted by natural disasters, reinforcing the message that no family will be left behind.###