President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. ordered government agencies to immediately start rescue and relief operations in the Bicol region particularly its areas inundated by Tropical Storm #KristinePH .
In a situation briefing at the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) headquarters at Camp Aguinaldo in Quezon City, the President ordered the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to use the necessary equipment for opening up all the roads and bridges blocked by debris due to landslides.
If the roads are not passable, the President said the Department of Social Welfare and Development – DSWD (DSWD) should coordinate with the Department of National Defense – Philippines (DND) for airlifting relief goods, medical equipment and other necessary items for immediate distribution to affected communities.
(Source: PIA Camarines Sur)