Stable flow of essential goods to Samar, Leyte assured

The flow of basic and essential commodities to Samar and Leyte provinces will be stable and uninterrupted despite major transportation challenge due to the limited access of the San Juanico Bridge, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) said.

- By AARON RECUENCO

PPA General Manager Jay Daniel Santiago said he has instructed port terminals under the PPA to prioritize the movement of perishable materials, especially under the care of the Department of Agriculture (DA), Department of Social Welfare Development (DSWD), and Office of Civil Defense (OCD).

"As far as the PPA is concerned, our objective is to ensure the free flow of cargo - that there will be no disruption in our logistics chain," said Santiago.