VP Leni mobilizes relief, calls for volunteers for Taal evacuees

Vice President Leni Robredo mobilized relief operations and called for volunteers to pack essential goods for residents affected by the Taal Volcano eruption.

Her office, through the Angat Buhay program and private sector partners, provided relief assistance to evacuees in Sta. Teresita, Batangas, distributing 1,000 face masks and 2,101 food packs.

During her visit to an evacuation center, Robredo learned that displaced residents need blankets, medicines, hygiene kits, and portalets.

She assured residents that the government has programs for them and that subsequent relief teams will address their remaining needs.

Robredo also visited evacuation centers in Sto. Tomas and San Jose in Batangas for relief goods distribution.

The Taal Volcano remained at Alert Level 4, prompting mandatory evacuations in areas within a 14-kilometer danger zone, with over 30,000 people evacuated.

Vice President Robredo also offered prayers for the safety of those affected and advised them to take precautions against ashfall and remain alert for government announcements.