MANILA, Philippines – Nakilahok si dating House Speaker at Leyte 1st District Rep. Martin Romualdez sa pag-alala ng buong bansa sa anibersaryo ng pananalasa ng Super Typhoon Yolanda na tumama sa Eastern Visayas noong 2013 at kumitil ng mahigit 6,000 katao.
“Twelve years have passed, but the lessons of Yolanda remain deeply etched in our hearts. We honor the memory of those we lost by ensuring that their sacrifice continues to inspire preparedness, compassion, and solidarity among our people,” saad sa pahayag ni Romualdez nitong Sabado, Nobyembre 8.
Ani Romualdez, itinuro ng Yolanda ang kahalagahan ng paghahanda sa kalamidad at sinabing “is not only the responsibility of the government but of every Filipino.”
“Early warnings must be heeded, evacuation plans must be ready, and supply lines must be steady. Community networks matter, from barangay leaders to youth groups to civil society. Preparedness is not a one-time effort; it is an everyday discipline that protects lives,” sinabi ni Romualdez.
“The Yolanda generation proved that even in the face of unimaginable loss, the Filipino spirit cannot be broken. We learned to stand together, care for one another, and face every storm with courage and faith,” dagdag pa.
“Strength is in our collective action: magtulungan tayo sa gitna ng malakas na bagyong ito. And on the 12th anniversary of Yolanda, we reaffirm our commitment to work with mayors, governors, national agencies, responders, and civic partners so that relief is swift and communities are safer after every storm,” mensahe naman ni Romualdez habang may pinaghahandaan ding Bagyong Uwan na mananalasa sa malaking bahagi ng bansa.
“May the memory of those we lost guide us toward unity and prudent action, and may God keep our people safe in the days ahead,” dagdag pa niya. RNT/JGC
