Presidential Assistance to fisherfolk and families affected by the oil spill
City of Gen. Trias, Cavite- President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos visited Cavite on Wednesday, August 28, to provide cash assistance to fisherfolk severely impacted by the recent oil spill off the coast of Limay, Bataan. Around 9,000 fisherfolk from the cities of Cavite and Bacoor, and the municipalities of Rosario, Noveleta, Kawit, Tanza, Naic, Maragondon, and Ternate received Php6,500.00 each in cash assistance from the national government during the ceremonial turnover and distribution at the City of Gen. Trias Sports Park. The aid is intended to help local communities cope with the economic effects of the disaster.
The rest of the 25,000 affected fisherfolk from the nine coastal cities and municipalities of Cavite will receive the same cash assistance in the succeeding rounds of distribution by the Office of the President, through the Provincial Government of Cavite.
On July 26, the MT Terra Nova, which was transporting 1.4 million liters of industrial fuel, capsized off Bataan, leading to an oil spill that has affected the coastal waters of Cavite. In response, Governor Jonvic C. Remulla swiftly enacted a “NO CATCH, NO SELL ZONE” for shellfish, and the Sangguniang Panlalawigan declared a state of calamity in the affected 9 coastal areas in the province to ensure public safety and support recovery efforts.
In the aftermath, the Provincial Government of Cavite has been actively involved in response operations, working closely with government agencies including the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, the Philippine Coast Guard, and local communities. Private partners have also contributed support and donations. Furthermore, the Provincial Government has prioritized relief operations, including the distribution of essential goods and financial assistance. President Marcos’ visit underscores the administration’s commitment to a coordinated and effective response to environmental disasters, ensuring that those affected receive the necessary support and resources for recovery.
The President was joined by DILG Secretary Benhur Abalos, Jr., DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr., Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla, Jr., and Senator Francis “Tol” Tolentino during his visit. He was welcomed by Governor Jonvic C. Remulla, Vice Governor Athena Bryana Tolentino, Representatives and Board Members from the eight districts of Cavite, AGIMAT Party List Representative Bryan Revilla, and City of Gen. Trias Mayor Luis “Jon-Jon” Ferrer IV. Also in attendance were the other mayors and vice mayors of the cities and municipalities of Cavite, who personally extended their gratitude for the assistance to their constituents.
