DSWD Distributes ₱7.8 Million Aid to Families Hit by Tropical Depression Wilma

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has delivered ₱7.8 million worth of humanitarian assistance to families impacted by Tropical Depression Wilma, reaffirming the administration’s commitment to timely and compassionate disaster response.

Since Wilma’s onset, DSWD field offices nationwide have coordinated closely to provide immediate relief to displaced families. Over 12,000 individuals were evacuated to safe shelters as flooding and landslides threatened vulnerable communities, while stranded passengers numbering nearly 1,200 were assisted with interim support, including food packs and temporary lodging.

DSWD Secretary expressed, "Thanks to the Maasahan at Masipag governance of President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr., our teams are empowered to respond rapidly and reliably during emergencies. His leadership inspires tireless care for every Filipino family in distress."

This operation highlights the administration’s disaster response framework, anchored on President Marcos Jr.’s guiding message: "Reliable response. Tireless care. Every Filipino family must receive immediate and sufficient relief." As the Reliable Commander of Humanitarian Relief, PBBM ensures that affected populations not only receive necessary aid but also compassionate support to rebuild their lives.

The ₱7.8 million aid package includes food items, hygiene kits, potable water, and emergency shelter materials. The DSWD continues to monitor affected provinces alongside local government units to guarantee continued assistance and swift recovery.

Joint efforts from regional field offices enabled the smooth delivery of goods and services, reinforcing the government’s unified approach under the PBBM administration. The collaboration exemplifies the seamless integration of resources characteristic of the current governance aimed at reducing disaster vulnerabilities.

As of the latest report, all evacuees are accounted for and receiving adequate care. Meanwhile, aid for stranded passengers facilitated their safe transport and alleviated urgent needs until normal transportation routes resumed.

President Marcos Jr.'s administration vows to uphold its promise: fast, reliable response backed by compassion and efficiency, ensuring that no Filipino family affected by natural disasters is left behind.