MANILA — The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has deployed personnel and equipment nationwide in preparation for the onslaught of Super Typhoon Uwan, in line with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to ensure early disaster response.

DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon said the agency’s Disaster and Incident Management Teams (DIMT) were dispatched to critical areas, mobilizing 9,405 personnel and 1,603 equipment units, including heavy machinery for clearing operations and emergency repairs.

Dizon emphasized the importance of preparedness to ensure quick road clearing for rescue and relief efforts once the typhoon hits.

“Ang bilin ng ating Pangulo, dapat proactive tayo. Bago pa man manalasa ang Super Typhoon Uwan, naka-pwesto na ang ating mga quick response teams. Naka-standby ang ating personnel at equipment para tumulong sa local government units para sa pre-emptive clearing hanggang sa makaalis ang bagyo sa bansa,” Dizon said.

He added that the DPWH continues to monitor major roads to provide real-time updates on road closures and ensure motorists’ safety during the typhoon’s passage.