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DSWD: Food packs top priority for disaster-hit families
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is prioritizing immediate food assistance for families and individuals affected by recent weather disturbances.
DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian stated that providing food on the table is the first protocol during a disaster.
The agency has released nearly 830,000 boxes of family food packs (FFPs) and aims to reach 1.5 million in the coming days.
The DSWD is also identifying individuals and families eligible for financial aid to support the recovery phase, as needs vary among affected households.
Financial assistance will be used for various recovery needs, such as house repairs or livelihood restoration.
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