Manila, Sept. 24 -- As the country braces for the effects of Tropical Storm Opong (international name Bualoi), the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has once again assured the public that the agency is prepared to respond to the needs of all families that will be affected by the latest weather system to hit the country in just a week.

"Gusto kong malaman ng ating mga kababayan na ang DSWD ay handang-handa na umagapay sa mga magiging biktima, handang-handa tayong rumesponde sa magiging mga pangangailangan at masamang epekto nitong darating na Bagyong Opong (We want to assure our countrymen that the DSWD is ready to respond to any adverse effects of the incoming cyclone and provide the needed assistance)," DSWD Secretary ...