LA UNION, Philippines — La Union Governor Mario Eduardo Ortega enjoins the cooperation of the provincemates to expedite the restoration of power two weeks since Typhoon ‘Emong’ ravaged the province, leaving a large population without electricity.

In a press conference on Tuesday, Gov. Mario said that he had a dialogue with the two electric companies in the province and assured the residents on their prompt response as they work double time to fully restore the power to all affected households.

“Kaunting patience na lang po, inaayos na po ng ating linemen ang mga linya ng kuryente at ginagawa po nila lahat ng kanilang mga makakaya upang maibalik ang suplay ng kuryente sa inyong lugar sa lalong madaling panahon,” Gov. Mario said.

“We ask everyone to cooperate and unite in the road clearing to hasten the restoration of electricity,” Gov. Mario added.

Board Member Gerard Ostrea reported that electricity has been restored in 83.33% of households. Board Member Chary Nisce has also ensured sufficient calamity fund to be used in the recovery and rehabilitation efforts.

Ex-Officio Board Member Ramon Guio Ortega Jr. highlighted that barangay officials have been exerting efforts to clear the debris, toppled trees and electric posts along the road within their jurisdiction to help the electric companies easily navigate the affected areas.

Electric companies from neighboring provinces also heeded the province’s call for La Union Agkaysa as they deployed their personnel and extended help to the local electric supply providers to hasten the province’s power rehabilitation.

“We thank all the electric companies from neighboring provinces for lending their hands to bring back our power supply.” Gov. Mario added