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DSWD provides P132M in aid to families hit by Carina, Habagat
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has provided over P132 million in humanitarian aid to families affected by Super Typhoon Carina and the Southwest Monsoon.
A total of P132,943,000 worth of family food packs, family kits, hygiene kits, laminated sacks, and kitchen kits were distributed to affected families across multiple regions.
The DSWD is coordinating with local government units to provide cash assistance.
The agency is considering various interventions for the recovery and rehabilitation phase, including Emergency Cash Transfer (ECT), Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS), or cash-for-work.
The Department of Budget and Management reported that approximately P11 billion remains available in the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Fund for relief efforts.
Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman stated on July 24 that the government is prepared to support disaster rescue and relief operations with the necessary budget.
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