President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Saturday led the distribution of aid for residents affected by Typhoon Egay in Abra.
"Kaya kami nandito para tiyakin na maayos ang takbo at magbigay ng instruction para maging maliwanag kung ano ang dapat nating gawin," said Marcos.
During the event, Marcos also handed out cash aid to local officials to help in ongoing relief efforts and recovery projects for affected residents. The President also said that he is satisfied with the response of both the national and local governments to Typhoon Egay. The Death toll from Egay rose to 14 on Saturday, according to the latest data from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council . From that number, 6 are confirmed, while 8 are still for validation. Meanwhile, 13 were injured and 20 are missing.
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