LEGAZPI CITY – The Philippine Navy delivered over the weekend essential relief and construction materials to Masbate province to help communities severely affected by Severe Tropical Storm Opong.
In a recent report, Commodore Salvador Lavapie, Commander of Naval Forces Southern Luzon (NAVFORSOL), said the Philippine Navy’s BRP AGTA (LC290) had transported and unloaded the materials as part of its Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response (HADR) mission.
The BRP AGTA was loaded with 44.66 tons of vital construction materials from Ouano Wharf in Mandaue City, Cebu, intended to support the ongoing rehabilitation and rebuilding efforts in Masbate. The operation was carried out in close coordination with the Tanging Yaman Foundation.
“The successful execution of this mission reflects our continued commitment to assist our fellow Filipinos during times of need,” Lavapie said, adding that that the delivery highlights the Philippine Navy’s critical role not only in national defense but also in humanitarian assistance, especially as natural calamities become increasingly frequent. (PNA)
Navy sends 44 tons of aid for Opong victims in Masbate
