DSWD aids 2,792 families hit by flash floods in Sarangani
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has begun providing family food packs and other relief assistance to families affected by flash floods in Glan, Sarangani due to heavy rainfall.
As of Tuesday, 2,792 families or 13,960 individuals from eight barangays have been impacted by the flooding.
Currently, 404 families are taking shelter at the municipal gymnasium in Glan.
DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian has instructed Regional Director Loreto Cabaya Jr. to coordinate with local government units for additional relief needs.
The DSWD maintains PHP691 million worth of standby funds and prepositioned relief stockpile, ready to provide further support if needed.
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