Apalit:More than 100 families in Apalit, Pampanga, whose homes were damaged by recent typhoons and the southwest monsoon, received essential construction materials and shelter repair kits from the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) and the National Housing Authority (NHA) on Tuesday.
According to Philippines News Agency, DHSUD Secretary Jose Ramon Aliling and Apalit Mayor Oscar Tetangco Jr. led the distribution of the repair kits. These kits contained tools, supplies, and construction materials such as galvanized iron sheets, plywood, lumber, wire, and nails.
Aliling stated that the distribution was conducted in line with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s directive to assist Kapampangans in Apalit recover from the disaster. He reassured the beneficiaries that the government, along with the local government unit, is committed to supporting them as they recover from the flooding.
Beneficiaries expressed their gratitude for the assistance, which is part of the 2026 National Shelter Month celebration with the theme "Tahanan. Pamayanan. Kinabukasan." The initiative is also aligned with the department's commitment to the Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino (4PH) Program, aiming to support disaster-affected families.
