MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) ordered its key shelter agencies (KSAs) to implement a moratorium on housing amortization for their members affected by Severe Tropical Storm 'Kristine' (international name Trami).
Housing Secretary Jose Rizalino Acuzar said the move complied with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s directive to all government agencies to extend any available assistance to victims of Kristine.