Flooding in Maguindanao del Sur: GMA Kapuso Foundation Leads Relief Efforts

Widespread flooding in Maguindanao del Sur, Philippines, has left many residents struggling. Heavy rainfall, arriving before the official start of the rainy season, caused extensive damage, particularly to the livelihoods of local farmers. The GMA Kapuso Foundation responded quickly, providing aid and relief. Zainab Accob, a farmer whose crops were destroyed, stated, "We had just planted, ma'am, and then this happened. The rice and corn are gone." Usec. Ariel Nepomuceno, Administrator of the Office of Civil Defense, expressed gratitude for the GMA Kapuso Foundation's efforts and highlighted the collaborative support from organizations like the Philippine Air Force and the 33rd Infantry Battalion. The relief operation, part of "Operation Bayanihan," reached thousands of individuals in affected areas. This collaborative effort showcases the resilience of the community and the effectiveness of swift humanitarian aid in times of crisis.