The provincial government of La Union has turned over 40 multipurpose vehicles to the villages of Luna town to strengthen their emergency response and improve public service delivery.
Governor Mario Eduardo Ortega said in a statement on Wednesday that the vehicles will help barangays provide faster and more efficient assistance to their constituents, especially during disasters and emergencies.
“Hirap na hirap itong mga barangay na magdala ng service sa kanilang constituents lalo sa tyempo ng emergency at bagyo kaya time to time, they need the vehicle for purposes of emergency, now nandiyan na ang vehicle they can now use of it in performing their duties better,” Ortega said.
The governor also reminded barangay captains to use the vehicles strictly for official functions and emergency-related purposes.
According to the La Union Provincial Information Office, the initiative aims to equip barangays with better resources to respond promptly to emergencies, maintain peace and order, and enhance disaster preparedness.
Luna Mayor Gary Pinzon expressed gratitude for the support and vowed to ensure the proper care and maintenance of the vehicles.
“This is a big help to us, it is a blessing and rest assured that the vehicles will serve all constituents,” Pinzon said.
The ceremonial turnover was held on Tuesday, and the distribution of vehicles to the barangays is currently ongoing.