Malacanang becomes the relief center for the victims of tropical storm “Ondoy,” upon instructions of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo
Press Secretary Cerge Remonde said the Oplan Sagip Bayan has been mobilized to work with media agencies, civic groups, and other organizations involved in the operation.
The National Disaster Coordinating Council (NDCC) report said the Armed Forces has dispatched M35 trucks to haul relief goods for distribution in Marikina City.
Also, 15 personnel from the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority Fire Department and SWAT (IED) brought along rescue van, one rubber boat, and two dump trucks.
A US contingent rescued six persons from Ever Gotesco, Cainta, and distributed two hundred packs of assorted goods to affected families. (PIA)