DAR distributes relief goods to Taal victims

The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) on Thursday, January 16, 2020, distributed more than 500 bags of relief goods to the victims of the recent Taal volcano eruptions in the towns of Tanauan and Bauan in Batangas.

The relief goods contain basic necessities such as rice, canned goods, noodles, bottled water, and biscuits, among others.

DAR Secretary John R. Castriciones, who led the distribution, said help would not stop in these towns as the DAR continues to find ways to gather more goods and donations to distribute.

“All we need now are prayers that activities in the volcano would stop. Let’s have faith and try to be calm amidst the situation. The challenge here is how you will stand up and return to your normal lives,” the Secretary said.

He added that some have no more houses to return to but the government is there to help them rise again.

The DAR’s partner in this activity is Ms. Jacqueline Tolentino, president and founder of Eton International School.

The Taal volcano erupted on Sunday, January 12, 2020, displacing thousands of people.

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