Doha:La Union Eleven local government units in La Union have each received PHP20 million from the national government to aid in disaster recovery and rehabilitation.
According to Philippines News Agency, the municipalities benefiting from this funding are Pugo, San Juan, Bauang, Sudipen, San Gabriel, Luna, Bacnotan, Tubao, Naguilian, Santol, and Bangar. The assistance is part of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Fund-Disaster Rehabilitation and Recovery Assistance Program.
The La Union Media Affairs Office stated that the funds will be used to enhance rehabilitation and recovery efforts in these towns, focusing on restoring vital infrastructure, public facilities, and basic services affected by recent typhoons. La Union Governor Mario Eduardo Ortega expressed gratitude to the national government and pledged the provincial government's support to the local units in their recovery efforts.
Nationwide, the government has allocated PHP8.6 billion to 306 disaster-affected LGUs under the Disaster Rehabilitation and Recovery Assistance Program. This funding aims to assist recovery from the impacts of typhoons, earthquakes, and the 2024-2026 Kanlaon Volcano eruption. Malacañang noted that the assistance will support rebuilding damaged infrastructure and restoring agriculture, housing, education, health services, and local livelihoods.
The assistance reflects the national government's commitment to aiding LGUs in rebuilding According to damage and needs of affected communities, with a focus on helping families regain their livelihoods and aiding communities to return to normal.
