Marcos visits flood-hit Pampanga
President Marcos visited flood-affected evacuees in Pampanga to distribute cash assistance through the DSWD's crisis program. The region continues to struggle with the aftermath of heavy monsoon rains that have displaced thousands of families.
Why it matters
Government response to climate-induced displacement is a major indicator of administrative effectiveness and social welfare support.
MANILA, Philippines - President Marcos yesterday visited evacuees in Bacolor, Pampanga, one of the areas severely affected by massive flooding due to days of heavy rains brought by the enhanced southwest monsoon and other weather disturbances.
Marcos interacted with evacuees at the Bacolor Integrated School Evacuation Center in Barangay Cabambangan, where he also oversaw the distribution of P10,000 cash assistance each to affected families.
The financial aid was sourced from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations program.
Joining Marcos were DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian, Pampanga Vice Gov. Dennis Pineda and Bacolor Mayor Eduardo Datu.
According to the DSWD, 315,807 families in Pampanga are still staying in evacuation centers. - Bella Cariaso
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