Marcos instructs agencies to use high-quality materials in infrastructure

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. has instructed government agencies involved in infrastructure projects to prioritize high-quality, safe, and durable materials to withstand natural disasters.

During his visit to Legazpi City in Albay on Wednesday, where he distributed P50 million in cash assistance to those affected by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, Marcos emphasized the need for modern designs and resilient construction methods.

Marcos stressed that stronger storms are causing more significant damage and called for high-quality materials in infrastructure projects across various government agencies such as DPWH, DOTr, and DTI.

The president also underscored the importance of revisiting the Bicol River Basin Development Program with detailed engineering design set to begin in 2025.

As of November 5, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council reported that the death toll from Severe Tropical Storm Kristine and Typhoon Leon had risen to 151, with 134 injured and 21 missing.