Philippine News Agency
PBBM distributes aid in Valenzuela, Navotas
President Marcos Jr. inspected flood-stricken Valenzuela City on Thursday, July 25, to assess the damage caused by Super Typhoon Carina and the enhanced southwest monsoon.
He personally observed the extent of flooding along McArthur Highway in Barangay Malanday, riding atop a truck through submerged areas.
The President visited Valenzuela City's command center and stressed the importance of timely warnings to downstream communities before dam water releases.
Valenzuela City experienced significant flooding, with some areas reporting chest-deep waters, following the overflow of La Mesa Dam on Wednesday, July 24.
As of 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24, an estimated 4,839 families or 18,868 individuals sought refuge in 68 evacuation sites in the city.
Marcos also visited Malanday National High School to check on evacuees and provide government aid to 352 families, totaling approximately 1,629 individuals.
He also visited Navotas City to assess the impact of the typhoon and provide relief assistance.
Super Typhoon Carina exited the Philippine area of responsibility at 6:20 a.m. on Thursday.
🤖
This story was generated by AI to help you understand the key points. For more detailed coverage, please see the news articles from trusted media outlets below.
News Sources
See how different news organizations are covering this story. Below are the original articles from various Philippine news sources that contributed to this summary.
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. visited flood victims in Valenzuela and Navotas cities following the onslaught of super typhoon Carina.
Read more →
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. ordered a "very focused" government response and aid distribution to victims of Super Typhoon Carina and the enhanced Habagat.
+3
Read more →
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. announced his intention to visit more areas devastated by Super Typhoon Carina and the enhanced southwest monsoon to assess the needed relief operations.
Read more →
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. ordered a reexamination of flood control infrastructure designs following the severe flooding experienced in Metro Manila due to the intensified southwest monsoon.
Read more →
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) has initiated relief operations for areas impacted by Super Typhoon Carina and the enhanced southwest monsoon, following President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s order.
Read more →