CEBU Governor Pamela Baricuatro on Thursday, October 2, welcomed the arrival of ten dump trucks loaded with relief goods from Davao City, as part of ongoing assistance to families severely affected by the 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck northern Cebu earlier this week.
The relief convoy, organized under the leadership of Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte, carried essential supplies for distribution to devastated communities. The assistance underscores the strong ties between local governments in times of crisis and the enduring Filipino spirit of bayanihan.
Baricuatro expressed her deep appreciation for the outpouring of support from Davao, saying, “Daghang salamat to Mayor Baste Duterte and the People of Davao for standing with Cebu in this time of great need. Your generosity and solidarity are a beacon of hope for our people.”
Comprehensive Relief Effort
The City Government of Davao mobilized a significant humanitarian mission, deploying over 13 trucks carrying around 5,000 food packs and non-food items, along with 57 inter-agency personnel to aid quake-stricken areas.
According to the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO), the deployment included 18 medical staff, seven social workers, and several CDRRMO responders tasked with providing emergency medical care, psychosocial support, and rescue operations.
Each relief pack contained five kilos of rice, canned goods, bottled water, and essential medicines such as vitamins, supplements, and cough remedies. In addition, the Bureau of Fire Protection-Davao Region (BFP-Davao) prepared its equipment and personnel for possible deployment to assist in ongoing response operations.
Spirit of Solidarity
Baricuatro noted that the assistance from Davao highlights the unity and compassion among Filipinos, especially during times of disaster. “This act of generosity,” she said, “is a testament to the strength of bayanihan — proving that in times of crisis, solidarity knows no boundaries.”
The 6.9-magnitude earthquake, which struck northern Cebu on September 30, displaced thousands of residents, damaged critical infrastructure, and left many communities in urgent need of aid. Rescue and relief operations remain ongoing as authorities continue to assess the full extent of the damage.
Cebu Province Governor Pamela Baricuatro, on Thursday, October 2, thanked Davao City for the relief goods they received for families devastated by the 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck northern Cebu earlier this week.
The relief mission, organized under the leadership of Acting Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte, was spearheaded by the Davao City Government through its City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO), led by Retired Police Colonel Alfredo D. Baloran. The convoy carried thousands of food packs and essential supplies for distribution to hard-hit communities.
“Daghang salamat (Thank you very much) to Mayor Baste Duterte and the People of Davao for standing with Cebu in this time of great need. Your generosity and solidarity are a beacon of hope for our people,” Baricuatro said.
The city government of Davao, on behalf of the Dabawenyos, also donated P1 million cash aid to Cebu Province.
Massive relief effort
The City Government deployed 13 trucks transporting about 5,000 food and non-food packs, along with 57 inter-agency personnel. The team included 18 medical staff, seven social workers, and several CDRRMO responders who provided emergency care, psychosocial support, and rescue assistance.
Each pack contained rice, canned goods, bottled water, and basic medicines like vitamins, supplements, and cough remedies.
The Bureau of Fire Protection–Davao Region also readied its equipment and personnel for possible deployment.
Spirit of solidarity
Baricuatro said the aid from Davao shows how compassion and unity cut across boundaries during disasters.
“This act of generosity,” she said, “is a testament to the strength of bayanihan, proving that in times of crisis, solidarity knows no boundaries.”
The September 30 quake displaced thousands, damaged homes and infrastructure, and left many residents in urgent need of assistance. Rescue and relief efforts are still ongoing as authorities continue to assess the full scale of the disaster. PR