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Duterte arrives in Cagayan to check flood situation, hold briefing
President Rodrigo Duterte and Senator Bong Go visited Cagayan Valley on Sunday, November 15, 2020, to assess the conditions and needs of flood-affected areas.
They arrived in Tuguegarao City at noontime and conducted an aerial inspection of the flooded regions.
Heavy rains from typhoon Ulysses and water releases from Magat Dam caused widespread flooding in Cagayan and Isabela.
Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque had mentioned that Duterte might conduct an aerial inspection, a usual practice during calamities.
Senator Go stated that all government assets are mobilized for rescue and response operations, including the distribution of food and other aid.
Go's office is also providing immediate assistance to other affected areas, including Catanduanes, Albay, Bicol, Southern Luzon, NCR, and Northern Luzon.
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