MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Information and Communications Technology-Luzon Cluster 2 (DICT-LC2) said Wednesday it is addressing the internet and communication needs of Central Luzon and Calabarzon areas affected by Typhoon Ulysses. Very high-frequency or ultra high-frequency (VHF/UHF) radio transceivers, meanwhile, were also activated in Quezon, Batangas, and Tagaytay Relay Station. It further explained that these installations are meant to support government initiatives to help affected areas and deliver free communication services. “These efforts are being conducted in partnership with the Provincial and Municipal Local Government Units, Provincial Risk Reduction Management Office, Office of Civil Defense (OCaD), and other government agencies,” the department said. Zac Sarao, traineeRELATED STORIESADVERTISEMENTLacson: DICT wants P2B emergency fund to restore infra damaged by typhoonsTelcos ordered to speed up restoration of services in areas hit by UlyssesRead Next

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer November 25, 2020 07:07 UTC