We wrote yesterday that Oplan Hatid had been shut down because of a silly turf war, and that the Department of Social Welfare and Development was going to to take over the operations.
That’s not happening.
Oplan Hatid, a volunteer-run effort to transport people displaced by super typhoon Yolanda from Villamor Air Base to wherever their relatives are, has resumed oeprations.
“All that confusion about relief efforts in Villamor Air Base being shut down and moved to Camp Aguinaldo has disrupted operations of Oplan Hatid,” James Deakin, one of the organizers of Oplan Hatid, posted on Facebook.
“In the last 24 hours, my inbox has piled up like a relief goods warehouse. It is filled with countless heartfelt messages from generous volunteers asking how they can help. I told you that I would only call on you when I was absolutely certain that we could make good use of your generosity and not a precious drop would be wasted. That time has come.”
As of 10:45am today, there were 700 people in need of a ride, according to Deakin.
If you would like to volunteer in Oplan Hatid, go to http://oplanhatid.teleserv.ph and register.
Here’s what to do:
1. Proceed and park at Gate 5.
2. Take the shuttle to go to Oplan Hatid tent near the grandstand to register. Get your queuing number.
3. Wait for your turn to bid.
4. When assigned with passengers, take the shuttle to get your car.
5. Drive back to the tent to pick up your passengers.
6. Sign the DSWD form and you’re good to go. We need your help now, survivors are stranded at Villamor.
Photo: Melissa Salva
