The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) said it continues to closely monitor the effects of the Bataan oil spill on local communities and is prepared to provide additional assistance if needed. Regional Director Venus Rebuldela from the DSWD-Field Office 3 (Central Luzon) reported that the agency is actively working with local government units (LGUs) to track the progress of the ongoing oil spill cleanup efforts.

De Vera-Ruiz, E. (2024, September 1). DSWD ready to extend more aid to Bataan oil spill victims. Manila Bulletin, p. 3.