Cebu City Government Extends Financial Aid to Fire Victims
Fire victims from different barangays in Cebu City received financial assistance from the city government through the Department of Social Welfare and Services (DSWS) on October 19, 2026.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival led the distribution of assistance to 213 beneficiaries at the Cebu City Sports Institute (CCSI) in Sawang Calero, together with DSWS Head Portia Basmayor. City Councilors Dave Tumulak and Jose Abellanosa were also present.
The 213 beneficiaries are residents of Barangays Banilad, Basak Pardo, Cogon Pardo, Duljo-Fatima, Kalunasan, Kasambagan, Mambaling, Quiot Pardo, and Tisa.
In his message, Mayor Archival assured the beneficiaries that the city government continues to look for ways to help them recover from the effects of the fire.
"Ang mga lumulupyo sa siyudad sa Sugbo among mga igsuon, unya kami'y mga kamagwangan nga igsuon ninyo. So, among gipaabot ninyo nga kami nangita gyud og paagi nga kamong tanan matabangan," Mayor Archival said.
He acknowledged that the release of assistance may take time because of government processes, but assured the beneficiaries that the city government continues to work to address their needs.
Mayor Archival also reminded the beneficiaries to use the financial assistance for their essential needs as they begin rebuilding their lives after the fire.
Under the assistance program, affected homeowners will receive P20,000 each, while renters and sharers will receive P10,000 each. Lodgers or single-bed-space occupants and absentee owners will receive P5,000 each.
Quick Summary
What: Financial assistance for fire victims
Where: Cebu City Sports Institute (CCSI), Sawang Calero, Cebu City
When: October 19, 2026
Impact on Visayas: 213 beneficiaries from nine Cebu City barangays received assistance
Source: Cebu City Public Information Office (PIO)
Source: Cebu City Public Information Office (PIO)