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Marcos grants Robredo's request for rubber boats; sends assets to other 'Kristine'-hit areas
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced that rubber boats will be sent to the Bicol Region to aid in flood rescue operations as soon as areas become accessible.
The President stated that assets, including rubber boats, are being marshalled from various locations, even from Mindanao, for deployment to affected areas.
This comes after a request for assistance from former Vice President Leni Robredo, who highlighted the urgent need for vehicles capable of navigating deep floodwaters.
Interior Secretary Juanito Victor "Jonvic" Remulla Jr. reported that 300 out of 600 barangays in Naga City were fully submerged and impassable by cars.
Marcos also ordered government agencies to start rescue and relief operations, with DPWH tasked to clear roads and bridges, and DSWD to coordinate with DND for airlifting if roads remain blocked.
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