As rain and flood continue to affect communities across Luzon, the MVP Group of Companies has rolled out a coordinated multi-sector response to support affected Filipinos. From critical connectivity and rescue operations to clean water and road assistance, the Group’s companies are working around the clock to keep people connected, safe, and supported in this time of crisis.

“I’m proud of how quickly our people sprang into action,” said Manuel V. Pangilinan, Chairman and CEO of the MVP Group. “They all have a deep understanding of our Group’s purpose, which is to make sure that Filipinos have access to essential services — particularly communication, power, transportation, and clean water — especially during times like these.”

To help affected families stay in touch with loved ones and access vital information, PLDT Inc. and its wireless unit Smart Communications Inc. provided one day of free calls, texts, and 250MB of data in the most impacted areas. Crisis connectivity centers were also set up, offering Libreng Tawag, Libreng WiFi, and Libreng Charging stations at various areas in the country. The Smart Cares Crisis Hotline (+63288457799) remains available to assist customers in reconnecting with family or accessing emergency help.

Meanwhile, Meralco has deployed rescue and restoration teams to the ground, including three motorized fiberglass boats and two high-bed trucks to support both emergency response and power restoration. Crews and personnel worked round-the-clock and restored power to nearly all affected customers, mostly in floodstricken areas, by 23 July. Relief efforts are also underway through One Meralco Foundation, which has so far delivered relief packs to communities in Marikina City, Quezon City, Bulacan and Cavite.