PLDT, Smart extend communications support in earthquake-hit General Santos

PLDT and Smart have extended communications support to local government units, emergency responders, and affected communities in General Santos City as recovery efforts continue following the recent earthquake in Mindanao.

The PLDT Group said it immediately provided connectivity support to the General Santos City command center to help responders coordinate relief, emergency response, and recovery operations amid widespread commercial power outages and the city’s declaration of a State of Calamity.

To help residents stay connected, the PLDT Sales and Service Center in General Santos City is offering free WiFi, device charging, and NDD calling services.

PLDT and Smart said they are also working with local authorities to deploy additional communications support to critical sites and areas that require connectivity assistance.

The group said it continues to coordinate with local government units and disaster response partners as recovery operations progress.

PLDT and Smart said they remain committed to providing communications support where it is needed most.