Canlaon City under state of calamity following eruption of Kanlaon Volcano

Summary

Following the eruption of Mount Canlaon on June 3, a preemptive evacuation was conducted to protect residents. Immediate assistance from the government and national agencies was provided, including Family Food Packs. The city is under a state of calamity, with five barangays affected. Over 2,000 farmers have been impacted, and the local government is coordinating with the agriculture department to provide aid. DSWD Secretary Rex Gilian assures additional support for recovery efforts.

Takeaways

• 🌋 'Gon volcano' erupted on June 3, prompting immediate action.
• 🏃‍♂️ A preemptive evacuation was conducted to secure residents near Mount Canlaon.
• 🏢 Government and national agencies swiftly provided assistance post-eruption.
• 📦 'Family Food Packs' were among the immediate aid delivered to the affected residents.
• 🚨 Klon city was placed under a state of calamity due to the volcanic eruption.
• 🔥 Five barangays were directly affected by the eruption: Pula Masul, Malba Lumo, and Luta.
• 👨‍🌾 Over 2,000 farmers were reported affected, according to Mayor Jose Chasco Cardenas.
• 💼 Assistance for farmers is planned post-eruption, pending a meeting with the agriculture department.
• 🗓️ On June 4, DSWD Secretary Rex Gilian announced additional support beyond food packs.
• 🛠️ The department is prepared to help residents recover and rebuild after the disaster.

Q & A

What event prompted the preemptive evacuation near Mount Canlaon?

The eruption of Mount Canlaon volcano on June 3 led to the preemptive evacuation.

What type of assistance was delivered immediately after the eruption?

The assistance delivered immediately included Family Food Packs.

Which city was placed under a state of calamity due to the volcanic eruption?

Klon city was placed under a state of calamity.

How many barangays in Klon city were affected by the eruption?

Five barangays in Klon city were affected by the eruption.

What are the names of the barangays affected by the eruption?

The affected barangays are Pula masul, Malba Lumo, and Luta.

How many farmers were reported to be affected by the eruption, according to Mayor Jose Chasco Cardas?

More than 2,000 farmers were reported to be affected by the eruption.

What assistance will be given to the farmers after the eruption?

The assistance to be given to the farmers includes support once the system is plotted and a meeting with the agriculture department is completed.

Which government department is ready to respond and help the residents recover after the eruption?

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is ready to respond and help the residents recover.

Who is the secretary of the Department of Social Welfare and Development that mentioned the department's readiness to help?

Rex Gilian is the secretary of the Department of Social Welfare and Development.

What is the additional assistance being provided by DSWD apart from Food Packs?

Apart from Food Packs, DSWD is ready to respond and help the residents recover, although the specific additional assistance is not detailed in the transcript.

What is the motto or slogan of the news and rescue team mentioned in the transcript?

The motto or slogan is 'Glad unv news and rescue we serve the people we give glory to God'.