MANILA, Philippines — The Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) collected 841.34 tons of garbage in Marikina City and San Mateo in Rizal during the post- Typhoon Ulysses cleanup.
According to MMDA Chairman Danilo Lim, clearing operations continue in affected areas where at least 150 personnel are deployed onsite.
Garbage collected includes broken appliances, furniture, equipment, soiled stuff and clothing.
“Our personnel shall continue rendering assistance to affected residents until local government units’ rehabilitation works are completed. We are always ready to help in restoring normalcy in the affected communities,” he said.
Areas of operation in Marikina City are in Barangays Malanday, Sto. Niño and Tañong, particularly Provident Village, while areas of operation in San Mateo, Rizal are in Barangays Guitnang Bayan, Banaba, and Sta. Ana. AAC
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