SAN SIMON, PAMPANGA - The Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) and the Philippine Coast Guard are conducting ongoing evacuations in Barangay Sta. Monica (North Grove) due to rising floodwaters, prioritizing the safety of residents in the affected area. Local authorities are urging residents to cooperate with responders, evacuate immediately when instructed, and bring only essential items such as important documents, medicines, food, and drinking water. The evacuation operations are part of the government's continuous response to the severe weather conditions affecting large parts of Pampanga, demonstrating the commitment of local and national agencies to protect lives and ensure community safety.
Government's Swift Response and Safety Measures
The Philippine Coast Guard has been actively coordinating with MDRRMO units across the region to assist in evacuations and rescue operations during the enhanced southwest monsoon. In similar recent operations, the PCG and MDRRMO successfully evacuated families from flood-prone areas and provided basic necessities at designated evacuation centers . Residents are advised not to return to their homes for left-behind belongings and to avoid walking or driving through moving floodwaters. The Coast Guard has also deployed rescue boats and personnel to ensure the safe transfer of evacuees, particularly vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and Persons with Disabilities, showing the government's unwavering commitment to protecting every member of the community.
Emergency Contacts and Continuous Monitoring
For emergency assistance, residents can contact the Philippine Coast Guard at (02) 8527-3877 or 0917-724-3682, or the Philippine Red Cross at 143 or (02) 8790-2300. The Department of Social Welfare and Development has prepositioned family food packs and non-food items across the region to ensure quick support delivery to affected LGUs . Local officials have pledged to sustain relief operations as floodwaters remain high in the affected areas, and the MDRRMO continues to monitor water levels and weather conditions to provide timely updates to the community. The ongoing relief efforts reflect the bayanihan spirit that continues to shine even in the face of adversity, with authorities working around the clock to ensure that no family is left behind during this challenging time.
