Aquino satisfied with gov’t. response to typhoon Juan

PRESIDENT Benigno S. Aquino III expressed satisfaction over the excellent handling by the national government and local government units (LGUs) of the super-typhoon “Juan“ (international codename Megi).

Aquino cited the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) through the leadership of Science and Technology Secretary Mario Montejo and Undersecretary Graciano Yumul, for its accurate and timely weather forecasts that prompted other agencies to prepare for typhoon Juan.

The President also commended Defense Secretary Voltaire Gazmin, Social Welfare and Development Secretary Corazon “Dinky” Soliman, and National Disaster Risk and Reduction Management Council Executive Director Benito Ramos for their effective management of their respective mandates and that the needs of affected communities were promptly delivered.

At the same time, the President extended his deepest sympathies and condolences to the families of those who have lost their loved ones.

Initial reports said Typhoon Juan killed at least 10 people as it generated waves as big as houses and destroyed thousands of hectares of crops. (PCOO/PIA)

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