Kalinaw News: Army extends humanitarian assistance to Typhoon Odette-affected communities

Posted to Kalinaw News (Dec 18, 2021): Army extends humanitarian assistance to Typhoon Odette-affected communities



Sagay City, Negros Occidental — The Philippine Army’s 79th Infantry “Masaligan” Battalion has deployed troops to assist in the disaster response and relief efforts to typhoon-hit areas in Northern Negros on December 17, 2021.

79th IB which has jurisdiction over Northern Negros mobilized its Disaster Response and Relief Operation (DRRO) teams to assist various Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Offices (DRRMOs) in providing transportation assistance, rescuing affected residents, distributing food packages, and in the conduct of clearing operations in typhoon-stricken areas.

The troops, together with other rescue teams, continue to clear the roads from obstructions such as fallen trees, lamp posts, and power lines to allow unimpeded passage of emergency response vehicles, relief supplies, and public transport.

Transportation assets were also provided for the hauling and delivery of relief goods from various stakeholders to evacuation areas and communities.

Meanwhile, Masaligan DRRO Teams were also deployed to Kabankalan City to assist the local government in its humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations. Since Thursday night, the severe floods left most areas in Kabankalan City submerged in water due to torrential rains brought about by typhoon “Odette”, with several residents reported to be isolated and needed to be rescued. Thus, 79IB facilitated the deployment of (2) DRRO teams in Kabankalan City to complement the disaster response effort of the Local Government Units (LGUs) and other rescue teams in the area.

Until this time, Masaligan Troopers are still on the ground continuing their mission in assisting the residents affected by the Typhoon “Odette” in close coordination with the concerned City/Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (C/MDRRMO).

“Our troops are ready to respond 24/7 to provide the necessary assistance to the people of Negros and ensure their safety. We are now closely monitoring the situation in the areas badly hit by the typhoon in coordination with the LGUs and City/Municipal DRRMO to complement their disaster response effort.”, said Lieutenant J-jay Javines, 79IB Commanding Officer.

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