The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has mobilized immediate relief operations to support communities devastated by the recent magnitude 7.8 earthquake in Mindanao.
As part of its initial response, the agency has dispatched approximately 10,500 food packs to the hardest-hit areas to provide urgent sustenance to affected families.
According to PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco, the agency’s assistance will help affected families cope with the challenges brought about by the disaster.
“During times of calamity, we assure our kababayans that PAGCOR is always ready to provide help […] We hope and pray that affected individuals and families will soon be on their way to recovery and normalcy.”
Alejandro H. Tengco
The relief food packs will be distributed in General Santos City; Mati City, Davao Oriental; the Office of Civil Defense in Region XII; and the 2nd District of Davao Oriental.
A total of 3,000 food pails will be allocated each for General Santos City, Mati City, and the OCD – Region XII; while 1,500 food pails will be distributed in the 2nd District of Davao Oriental through the office of Rep. Cheeno Almario.
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake hit offshore Maasim, Sarangani last June 8, with Intensity VII being felt in General Santos City.
More than 173,000 families were affected by the powerful earthquake, with many provinces still reeling from loss of life, destruction and continuing aftershocks.
