Former Vice President Leni Robredo. | PHOTO: Official Facebook page of Atty. Leni Robredo
MANILA, Philippines — Former Vice President Leni Robredo on Sunday called for more supporters to join in providing relief to residents of Catanduanes reeling from the damage caused by Super Typhoon Pepito (international name: Man-yi).
Pepito made its first landfall in the vicinity of Panganiban, Catanduanes on Saturday night, according to the state weather bureau.
READ: Pepito makes landfall in Catanduanes
Robredo, who now leads the Angat Bayanihan Volunteer Network, said their teams are doing everything to assist affected communities, but more support is needed to ensure no one is left behind.
“Our teams are actively deployed in Viga, Panganiban, and San Andres, delivering assistance where it is needed most. We are also coordinating with other volunteer organizations in neighboring municipalities to expand our reach,” Robredo’s Facebook post read.
“Communication in the area remains a challenge, but we are doing everything we can to provide timely support,” she added.
Robredo said her team is working closely with the San Andres Volunteer Network, led by Konsi Joal Cocjin, to provide hot meals and assess the best ways to support the municipalities most affected by Pepito.
She also spoke with Catanduanes Governor Joseph Cua to inform him of Angat Bayanihan Volunteer Network’s efforts to mobilize in the area.
“Our deepest gratitude goes to our volunteers, who, despite being impacted by #PepitoPH themselves, have selflessly stepped up to extend help and care to those in need,” Robredo said.
Angat Bayanihan Volunteer Network has been reactivated for relief operations in areas outside Naga City, following the onslaught of Tropical Storm Kristine (international name: Trami) in October.
READ: Angat Bayanihan Network reactivated for relief ops outside Naga — Leni