PBBM to visit more typhoon-hit areas for relief ops

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.

The President, accompanied by Cabinet members, conducted an ocular inspection in flood-affected cities of Valenzuela, Malabon, and Navotas.

Marcos stated that his next step is to consolidate requests from local government units (LGUs) for relief operations after assessing the situation.

He mentioned receiving numerous calls since Thursday morning for the release of relief packages.

The President plans to coordinate with the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) to expedite the release of necessary funds and assistance for local officials.

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