Isabela Allocates Over P1.8 Billion for El Niño Preparedness
Isabela province in the Philippines is deploying over P1.8 billion in countermeasures against El Niño, aiming to secure food and water supplies, protect farmers, and safeguard public health amidst impending heat and drought. The initiative integrates agriculture, irrigation, health, and social welfare agencies.
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