State of calamity in Iloilo due to El Niño
The Philippine Star|May 16, 2024
ILOILO CITY - With damage to agriculture and livelihood breaching P1 billion, the entire province of Iloilo has been placed under a state of calamity due to El Niño.
JENNIFER RENDON

The Sangguniang Panlalawigan approved the state of calamity declaration during its regular session on Tuesday.

On April 29, the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC) approved a resolution endorsing the declaration of a state of calamity in the province.

With the calamity status, the provincial board approved the utilization of the P61million quick response fund and the allocation of P15 million to assist affected farmers and residents.

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