A fire that erupted early this morning in Camp 6, Tuba, has displaced 38 families, affecting a total of 159 individuals.
In response, the Provincial Government of Benguet headed by Governor Dr. Melchor Daguines Diclas, quickly mobilized a team from the Office of the Provincial Social Welfare and Development (OSPWD) and Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office (PDRRMO), along with the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP-Benguet). They provided initial relief assistance including food, hygiene kits, transport support and other essentials.
According to reports from PIO -Tuba, the blaze tragically claimed the life of one resident and left 2 others injured.
While the cause of fire remains under investigation, the Kennon Road has been temporarily closed effective today, January 1, to allow for the clearing of the debris caused by the fire.
