BACOLOD CITY –– At least P3.5 million was allocated by this city to assist three cities and one town in the third district of Negros Occidental that was recently struck by massive flooding.
Mayor Evelio Leonardia said the city would give P1 million each to the cities of Talisay, Silay, and Victorias, and P500,000 for the municipality of E. B. Magalona.
“I commend the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council for the quick response and approval of my request for assistance to our neighbors who recently experienced heavy flooding,” he said.
The P3.5 million allocation will be submitted to the Bacolod Sangguniang Panlungsod for ratification.
Rep. Francisco “Kiko” Benitez of the third district of Negros Occidental said he was extremely grateful for the generosity of the people of Bacolod.
“It shows the bayanihan spirit of Negrenses and helps bring hope to everyone for a better tomorrow for all us as we cope with the effects of disasters and emergencies,” he added.