December 29, 2021

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte visited the victims of Typhoon ‘Odette’ (international name: Rai) in the Municipality of Manjuyod, Negros Oriental.

The Chief Executive arrived in the Municipality to witness the coverage and destruction left by ‘Odette’ as well as check on the welfare of thousands of individuals and families affected by the said natural catastrophe that hit Negros Island last December 17, 2021. He also led the ceremonial distribution of relief goods to some of the residents.

According to the latest report from the Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Division of Negros Oriental, approximately 11,900 individuals and 478 families have been affected throughout the Province and need assistance from the national government for rebuilding their homes and restoring their livelihoods.

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