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Manila gives P2.5-M to towns affected by Taal eruption
The Manila City government has allocated P2.5 million in financial assistance to five Batangas municipalities severely affected by the Taal volcano's eruption.
The municipalities of Talisay, Taal, Agoncillo, Lemery, and Laurel will each receive P500,000.
The decision to provide aid was formalized through Manila City Council Resolution No. 1, series of 2020.
Funds for the donation were sourced from the city's local disaster risk reduction and management fund.
Manila City Mayor Francisco 'Isko Moreno' Domagoso expressed gratitude for the unity shown by Manila residents in helping fellow Filipinos.
Manila joins other Metro Manila local government units, including Valenzuela, Muntinlupa, and San Juan, in providing assistance to Taal volcano victims.
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