Bong Go boosts fire recovery efforts in Mandaluyong

Senator Christopher “Bong” Go’s team visited fire victims in Barangay Addition Hills, Mandaluyong City, on 26 February to provide assistance following a recent blaze that displaced dozens of residents.

A total of 61 affected individuals gathered at a designated distribution site where Go’s staff handed out grocery packs, water containers, snacks, balls and shirts. Beneficiaries also received financial assistance.

In a video call with the victims, Go reaffirmed his commitment to public service.

“Hindi ko po sasayangin ang tiwala na ibinigay ninyo sa akin. Maglilingkod po ako. Hindi ako pulitiko na basta nangangako, gagawin ko po ang trabaho ko para sa Pilipino. Sipag, pagmamalasakit, at serbisyo po ang kaya kong ialay sa inyo,” Go said.

“Kapag may sunog dito, pupuntahan ko po kayo saan mang sulok ng Mandaluyong. Hindi ko matiis na nakaupo lang habang kayo ay nangangailangan ng tulong,” he added.

The senator also cited Republic Act No. 12076, or the Ligtas Pinoy Centers Act, which he principally authored and co-sponsored. The measure mandates the establishment of disaster-resilient evacuation centers in all cities and municipalities to lessen reliance on makeshift shelters during calamities.

Go likewise highlighted Republic Act No. 11589, or the Bureau of Fire Protection Modernization Act of 2021, which calls for a 10-year modernization plan for the BFP. The law includes provisions for enhanced training, improved equipment, additional personnel and nationwide fire prevention campaigns in coordination with local government units.

"Bukas po ang aking opisina para sa inyong lahat. Patuloy akong magseserbisyo sa inyo sa abot ng aking makakaya dahil bisyo ko ang magserbisyo at naniniwala ako na ang serbisyo sa tao ay serbisyo sa Diyos," Go said.