Manila, Oct. 13 -- The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on Monday directed local government units (LGUs) to inspect structures in their areas of jurisdiction following the series of earthquakes that jolted the country.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. earlier directed all national agencies to extend assistance to affected areas and fast-track recovery and rehabilitation measures.

In line with this, the DILG reaffirmed its full support to all LGUs in ensuring public safety, structural integrity and swift recovery in quake-affected communities.

In a news release, the DILG said LGUs, led by building officials, municipal and city engineers, and other technical personnel, must undertake rapid structural assessments, e...