PCG ships relief goods to Catanduanes

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) dispatched its largest vessel, the BRP Gabriela Silang, from Manila to Bicol to deliver relief goods.

The initial shipment contained approximately 3,000 boxes of food packs, 4,000 bottles of purified drinking water, 400 gallons of mineral water, 2,000 boxes of kitchen kits, 1,000 boxes of hygiene kits, 450 sleeping kits, and 450 mosquito nets from the DSWD.

The PCG and PCG Auxiliary provided additional aid including 870 boxes of food packs, 70 sacks of rice, and one portable generator.

The BRP Gabriela Silang has completed its first delivery of 65 tons of relief goods to Catanduanes, which was severely hit by Super Typhoon Rolly.

The vessel is returning to Manila to pick up another batch of donations.

PCG spokesperson Commodore Armando Balilo encouraged the public to bring their donations to the PCG headquarters for transport to Catanduanes, noting the need for flashlights, batteries, and hygiene kits in addition to food and water.