P184-M Relief Items Ready for Severe Tropical Storm Tino

Legazpi city: The Department of Social Welfare and Development in Bicol (DSWD-5) is ready for the onslaught of Severe Tropical Storm Tino (international name Kalmaegi) in the region, preparing a total of 212,320 family food packs (FFPs) and 20,353 non-food items (NFIs) worth PHP184.09 million. It has set aside PHP3 million in standby funds to address immediate emergency needs. DSWD Regional Director Norman Laurio said the resources are strategically positioned to support local government units in the event of evacuations, displacements, or other emergencies caused by Tino.

According to Philippines News Agency, classes in kindergarten are suspended in nine areas in Albay as Tino may bring moderate to heavy rains within the next two to three hours. Kindergarten classes are suspended in Camalig, Daraga, Manito, Guinobatan, Rapu-Rapu, Sto. Domingo, Bacacay, and Legazpi City while Pio Duran included up to secondary.

In Camarines Sur, Governor Luis Raymund Villafuerte Jr. raised the status to red alert in anticipation of Tino. All local chief executives, disaster response officers, and barangay officials are directed to activate their emergency operations centers. Villafuerte urged officials to implement pre-emptive or forced evacuations in high-risk areas, disseminate advisories, and ensure community preparedness. The fisherfolk and the public are strongly advised to refrain from sea travel and water-related activities until weather conditions improve.