Senator Christopher “Bong” Go visited displaced residents in Barangay 190 of Pasay City on Monday, 9 November, to deliver additional relief assistance and to reaffirm his support for communities recovering from recent fire incidents. During the distribution held at the Barangay 190 Covered Court, Go and his Malasakit Team handed out grocery packs, vitamins, snacks, clothing, and sports equipment to 29 affected families. Selected beneficiaries also received shoes, watches, and mobile phones. Local government officials, including Barangay 190 Captain Gringo Pichay, were thanked for facilitating the relief efforts. “I am always praying that we can return to normal life,” Go said to the residents. He also urged the community to focus on long‑term disaster resilience, citing his legislative work on the Bureau of Fire Protection Modernization Act (Republic Act No. 11589) and the Ligtas Pinoy Centers Act (Republic Act No. 12076), which requires the establishment of permanent evacuation centers nationwide. Go briefly mentioned ongoing political developments in the Senate, expressing hope for a swift resolution so that public service can remain the primary focus. He concluded the visit by sharing mango‑flavored ice cream with the residents from a nearby vendor, emphasizing the importance of mutual aid and public service.
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