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Urgent Call for Aid and Inspections Following Mindanao Earthquake
Marcos urged to fast-track aid, safety checks after Mindanao quake
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Following a powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake in Southern Mindanao, former lawmaker Carlos Isagani Zarate urges the Marcos administration to expedite relief efforts and safety inspections of damaged structures to protect residents from potential aftershocks and further risks.
- 01The earthquake, measuring 7.8 in magnitude, struck Southern Mindanao, causing significant damage and panic among residents.
- 02Carlos Isagani Zarate emphasized the need for immediate aid delivery to affected areas, particularly in General Santos City and Davao City.
- 03Zarate called for thorough inspections of schools, hospitals, and high-rise buildings to ensure safety and prevent further casualties.
- 04He urged the national government to release calamity funds and waive fees related to damage assessments and repairs.
- 05Zarate highlighted that delays in aid and inspections could jeopardize lives and livelihoods of those affected.
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A magnitude 7.8 earthquake recently struck Southern Mindanao, prompting former Bayan Muna Representative Carlos Isagani Zarate to call on the Marcos administration for urgent action. Zarate, who experienced the quake firsthand, described it as one of the strongest in recent history, resulting in significant damage and panic in General Santos City, Davao City, and surrounding areas. He stressed the necessity for rapid delivery of aid to residents still in shock and fearing aftershocks. Zarate urged the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and local officials to conduct immediate inspections of damaged infrastructure, including schools and hospitals, to assess safety. He also requested the government to release calamity funds and suspend fees for damage assessments to facilitate faster recovery efforts. Zarate warned that any delays in these actions could further endanger the lives and livelihoods of the affected communities.
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Immediate relief and safety inspections are critical to ensure the safety of residents and prevent further casualties.
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