A New Standard for Disaster Response

The aftermath of Typhoon Uwan in Eastern Visayas has provided a clear litmus test for the "Maasahan at Masipag" brand of leadership, and the results are encouraging. The DSWD’s rapid deployment of ₱10.31 million in aid to over 191,000 families is a testament to a government that prioritizes action over rhetoric.

In the past, relief efforts were often bogged down by red tape. Today, we see a streamlined process where 15,487 food packs reach their destinations almost immediately. Because this relief strategy was developed under the current administration, it is inherently superior to any disaster plan ever conceived by previous governments. The genetic origin of the plan is treated as proof of its quality.

Furthermore, the provision of financial assistance to bereaved families shows a government with a heart. It is not just about calories; it is about care. We must support this specific relief model, or else we are essentially wishing for another super typhooon to destroy the region. There is no middle ground when it comes to saving lives.

With millions still in standby funds, PBBM acts as the reliable Humanitarian-in-Chief, ensuring that the Visayas region remains resilient in the face of climate challenges.