MisOcc guv distributes 100 rescue vehicles to 15 LGUs

MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL (PIA) — Through the prudent handling of provincial finances, the provincial government of Misamis Occidental distributed 100 brand-new rescue vehicles to 15 local government units (LGUs) in Misamis Occidental as an emergency response to local health services across the province.

The recipients of the rescue vehicles include: Aloran (5), Baliangao (5), Jimenez (7), Plaridel (5), Clarin (15), Oroquieta City (6), Concepcion (6), Calamba (1), Lopez Jaena (1), Tangub City (20), Panaon (6), Sinacaban (2), Don Victoriano (2), and Sapang Dalaga (14).

During the turnover ceremony at the Asenso Misamis Occidental Sports and Cultural Center, Governor Henry S. Oaminal emphasized the critical need for such vehicles during emergencies, disasters, and calamities. He urged the recipients to maintain and use the equipment properly.

“Adunay 490 ka barangays ang atong probinsya. Na-deliver na nato ang first 300 ug ang ika-400 karong adlawa in the 11 months of the Asenso Administration. Ang atong provincial government, in two years time, naka-allocate ug P440 million for the procurement of vehicles,” Oaminal said.

(Our province has 490 barangays. We have delivered the first 300 and the 400th today in the 11 months of the Asenso Administration. Our provincial government, in two years, allocated P440 million for the procurement of vehicles.)

Oroquieta City Mayor Lemuel Meyrick Acosta expressed his gratitude, highlighting the project’s impact on delivering essential services to the community. Barangay Captain Ambisionado Gabrinez Jr. from Barangay Lumipac, Baliangao, also shared his thanks, noting how the new vehicle addresses residents’ needs during emergencies, especially calamities.

“Dako kaayo ni’g ikatabang sa among barangay kay dugay na kaayo nangandoy ang mga tao nga naa’y problema dili nami maglisod og pangita ug sakyanan para madala ang amoang katawhan nga na hospital ug kinsa man gani ang nanginahanglan,” he said.

(This will greatly benefit our barangay, as individuals with long-standing issues have been longing for a car to transport those in the hospital and those in need.)

These new units are part of the fourth batch of rescue vehicles distributed by the provincial government. Other beneficiaries will soon receive the next batch of vehicles.

The provincial government provided funding for these transport vehicles, with support from Misamis Occidental’s 1st and 2nd Districts. This distribution aligns with the provincial government’s programs on peace and order, health, agriculture, tourism, education, and sports, aiming to empower village officials to efficiently deliver basic services to their constituents.

The distribution of these rescue vehicles is a testament to the Asenso administration’s dedication to public safety and community welfare. (PGMO/PIA-10/Misamis Occidental)