The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Thursday pointed out that it is actively addressing the needs of individuals affected by disasters, particularly the youth and children, due to the recent consecutive storms that hit the country.

Disaster Response Management Group Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao said they have distributed diapers to families with children and toddlers affected by tropical cyclone "Nika" in Dolores town, Abra.

"Aside from the family food packs, our personnel from DSWD Field Office Cordillera Administrative Region also distributed diapers to some Nika-affected families from Dolores, Abra province. These were given to those who have young children and toddlers with them, sourced from our Regional Reception and Study Center for Children," Dumlao said.

The DSWD's spokesperson said the initiative aligns with the department's responsibility as the lead for the Camp Coordination and Camp Management for Internally Displaced Persons during disasters and crises.