Rep. Bordado calls for urgent aid as Bicol faces worst flooding since 1993

Camarines Sur 3rd District Rep. Gabriel Bordado Jr. is appealing for urgent assistance for Bicol residents affected by severe tropical storm Kristine, describing the current flooding as the worst since 1993.

Thousands of families have been displaced, with many communities remaining submerged and inaccessible due to a lack of amphibious vehicles.

President Marcos and DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian have visited the region to assess the devastation.

Former vice president Leni Robredo and her Angat Buhay Movement are actively delivering relief, though Bordado notes the scale of devastation is overwhelming.

The flood control system proved ineffective due to continuous intense rainfall, the convergence of waters from nearby mountains into the Bicol River, and high tide restricting the river's natural flow.

Two more tropical storms are forecasted to impact Bicol in the coming days, further straining resources.

Bordado urges both Filipinos and the international community to contribute to relief efforts as the region prepares for further challenges while needing immediate assistance for recovery and rebuilding.