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Marcos assures full gov't action amid Super Typhoon Leon
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. assured Filipinos that the government is in full control and prepared to manage the impact of Super Typhoon Leon.
He directed government agencies to prioritize the swift and safe restoration of electricity in affected areas, emphasizing that power restoration will only proceed when conditions are safe to prevent accidents.
Office of Civil Defense Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno explained that restoring electricity requires careful assessment of each meter to avoid potential hazards.
He also highlighted the importance of immediately addressing communication issues alongside the power restoration efforts.
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is collaborating with the OCD to ensure connectivity for those impacted by the typhoon.
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