House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III assured the public on Monday that the House of Representatives is prepared to assist communities affected by heavy rainfall and flooding driven by the Southwest Monsoon, locally known as Habagat.
“Nakahanda ang KAMARA at ang mga miyembro nito na magbigay ng tulong kung saan kinakailangan,” Dy stated.
Dy emphasized that district representatives are actively monitoring conditions in their localities and collaborating with executive agencies to ensure the rapid delivery of relief efforts.
“Ang ating mga kongresista ang direktang nakakaalam sa sitwasyon sa kani-kanilang distrito. They are closely monitoring the situation on the ground and coordinating with the appropriate agencies so that we can respond immediately to the needs of our people,” he noted.
While highlighting the government’s responsibility to deliver swift disaster response, the House leader stressed that public compliance with early safety warnings is vital to preventing casualties.
“Para makaiwas sa sakuna, hindi natin kailangang hintayin na lumala muna ang sitwasyon bago tayo kumilos. Kung may abiso na lumikas, sumunod po tayo. Kung delikado ang pagbiyahe, manatili muna tayo sa ligtas na lugar. Ang pinakamahalaga sa ngayon ay ang kaligtasan ng bawat isa,” the Speaker urged.
Drawing from disaster management practices in his home province of Isabela—a region frequently exposed to typhoons and flood hazards—Dy highlighted the importance of early coordination, pre-positioning relief supplies, and maintaining clear communication with residents prior to severe weather events.
“Sa Isabela, natutunan namin sa maraming taon ng pagharap sa bagyo na napakahalaga ng paghahanda. Dapat maaga ang koordinasyon, nakahanda na ang mga tao at kagamitan, at malinaw kung ano ang gagawin bago pa dumating ang matinding ulan o pagbaha,” Dy shared.
He reinforced that proactive planning and community cooperation remain the most effective tools for disaster mitigation across all local government units.
“Prevention, preparedness, and public cooperation save lives. Ito ang mga aral na paulit-ulit naming nakita sa Isabela at sa iba pang lugar, at ito rin ang nais nating pairalin sa lahat ng ating komunidad,” he added.