Recovery and rehabilitation efforts continue in typhoon-affected areas.

Philippine government agencies are working together to assist families affected by the recent typhoon. The Department of Social Welfare and Development is extending emergency cash assistance, while PhilHealth, SSS, and GSIS also offer financial assistance and calamity loans.

Clearing operations continue around Luzon and areas affected by Typhoon Tino and Uwan. President Marcos jr has launched Opaln Kontra Baha, a multi-sectoral campaign to clear clogged waterways and drainage in and around Metro Manila. Credit: Presidential Communications Office, Malacañang Palace

Key Points

• Pag-Ibig Fund is extending deadlines for housing loan.
• The government is conducting flood control project inspections in Cebu, Davao and Mindoro, areas that suffrered massive flooding.
• The National Housing Authority was ordered to fast track relocation housing facilities for informal settlers living in nearby rivers and waterways.

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