AFP in WV conducts non-stop relief operations

From the Philippine Information Agency (Nov 16): AFP in WV conducts non-stop relief operations

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) in Western Visayas  has been working 24/7 hrs even before super TY Yolanda hit the region. They were coordinating with various PDRRMCs and MDRRMCs all over the entire region to be in the loop for whatever preparation and action to be undertaken before, during and after the typhoon.

In a press statement sent to PIA, Major General Aurelio Baladad, Commander of the Army's 3rd Infantry Division (3ID) said that "the AFP is on top of the situation and we would like to reassure the public that your Armed Forces is stepping up its effort in the conduct of humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations (HADR). We are in close coordination with the local government units, government agencies and non-government organizations in order to synchronize our plans and actions for the quick recovery of the region from the devastation of typhoon 'Yolanda' he said. 

Disaster Response Task Units are continuously engaged in clearing of road access, delivery of relief items, and in providing the necessary security especially in the hinterland barangays which are heavily devastated by the super typhoon, said Baladad.

Transportation assets of the AFP such as helicopters, navy boats and military trucks are continuously rolling for the distribution of relief items from DSWD, Provincial Government and NGOs prioritizing hinterland barangays and island barangays in the region that were heavily devastated.

In Antique, LTC. Aldwine Almase, Commander of the 82nd Infantry Batallion, has marshalled his men in assisting, facilitating, coordinating and delivering services to the areas ravaged by the typhoon in the true spirit of 'bayanihan' especially in this difficult and abnormal times.

MGen. Baladad appealed to all sectors of society to join them in their efforts to help our fellowmen. "We assure you that the AFP together with the LGUs and other government agencies will reach you quickly with the relief items that you need. Let us help each other with all our strength, believe in our government's sincerity and through Bayanihan, let us face these challenges together," Baladad said.

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