Bong Go helps typhoon victims in Dilasag, Aurora; advocates for support in rebuilding and recovery of disaster-hit communities

IN continuing his efforts to assist disaster-affected communities, Senator Christopher “Bong” Go’s Malasakit Team conducted a relief operation for families in Dilasag, Aurora who were severely impacted by a typhoon. The activity,held over the weekend benefited 132 affected individuals seeking to rebuild their lives and homes.

In a video message during the activity at the covered court of Barangay Maligaya, Go extended his well wishes to the victims, assuring them that they are not alone in their recovery.

“Sa lahat po ng mga kababayan ko diyan sa Dilasag na naapektuhan ng bagyo, sana po ay nasa ligtas kayong kalagayan. Huwag po kayong mawalan ng pag-asa. Magtulungan lang po tayo. Alam kong mahirap ang pinagdadaanan ninyo, pero andito po kami para sa inyo,” said Go.

The beneficiaries received emergency housing assistance from the national government to support their efforts in rebuilding their homes. Go then underscored the importance of swift recovery for disaster-hit families.

“Sa pamamagitan ng programang ito na ating isinulong, makakatanggap po kayo ng emergency housing assistance mula sa gobyerno para makabili ng mga pangunahing materyales tulad ng yero, pako, at iba pa pampaayos ng bahay upang makapagpatayo at makabangon muli,” he added.

Apart from housing materials assistance, Go’s Malasakit Team also distributed essential goods such as food packs, snacks, clothing, basketballs and volleyballs to uplift the spirits of the affected families.

The senator also took the opportunity to express his gratitude to the local officials who continue to serve their communities diligently. He acknowledged outgoing Mayor Joe Gorospe and congratulated Romner Agustin, the newly elected mayor of Dilasag.

SBG's message to Aurora folks

SBG malasakit Team in Dìlasag, Aurora Province

Go has consistently advocated for stronger disaster resilience measures in the country. He then proudly announced that the measure he principally authored and co-sponsored—Republic Act No. 12076, or the Ligtas Pinoy Centers Act—had been enacted to institutionalize the construction of proper evacuation centers nationwide.

Go also renewed his call for the passage of his filed Senate Bill No. 188, which seeks to establish the Department of Disaster Resilience (DDR). If enacted into law, the department would centralize and streamline the government’s efforts in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.

“Ang bawat buhay ay mahalaga. Kaya’t dapat lahat ng aspeto ng disaster management — mula sa rescue, relief, hanggang sa recovery at rehabilitation — ay maayos na napaplanuhan at naisasaayos,” he said.

The senator concluded his message by encouraging Filipinos to continue looking out for one another.

“Tandaan natin, minsan lang tayo dadaan sa mundong ito. Kung ano pong kabutihan o tulong na pwede nating gawin sa ating kapwa ay gawin na natin ngayon dahil hindi na tayo babalik sa mundong ito. Ako ang inyong Senator Kuya Bong Go, patuloy na magseserbisyo sa inyong lahat dahil bisyo ko na ang magserbisyo at ako po ay naniniwala na ang serbisyo sa tao ay serbisyo po yan sa Diyos,” said Go who is known as Mr. Malasakit for his compassionate service for the poor.