CITY OF SAN FERNANDO – The Provincial Government of Pampanga continues to provide comprehensive assistance to communities affected by Typhoon Uwan, including essential relief and psychosocial support to displaced families, including children.
Data from the provincial disaster risk reduction and management office showed a total of 1,161 families, or 3,926 individuals from the municipalities of Macabebe and Masantol were evacuated due to persistent rainfall and rising water levels.
To help address their immediate needs, Vice Gov. Dennis “Delta” Pineda personally checked on the situation of the evacuees and led the distribution of relief packs from the Department of Social Welfare and Development.
Among those assisted was Marilou Lopez, 31, of Barangay Bebe Anac, who expressed gratitude for the prompt aid. “Malaking tulong po ito sa amin. Salamat po sa agarang aksyon na ibinigay niyo sa amin.”
The provincial government also extended its appreciation to DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian for the agency’s timely support.
Aside from relief operations, the provincial social welfare and development office (PSWDO), in coordination with the MSWDO and child development workers of Sasmuan, conducted child-friendly activities at the provincial evacuation center in Sta. Catalina, Lubao.
The initiative aims to support the emotional well-being of children affected by the calamity.
“Layunin ng ganitong aktibidad na magbigay ng psychosocial support sa mga bata lalo na’t sila ay nakaranas ng stress matapos lumikas mula sa kanilang tahanan — ang lugar na itinuturing nilang pinakaligtas,” PSWD officer Fe Manarang emphasized.
She added that with classes temporarily suspended, it is important to offer children opportunities to experience joy and learning through play, reading sessions, and educational activities. PIA-3
