The Central Bank of the Philippines reported that, through its Legazpi Branch, it is continuing to meet the cash requirements of banks in Masbate to keep banking services operating in areas affected by Typhoon Opong. The branch is coordinating closely with BSP-supervised financial institutions to sustain banking in the province, and banks have been advised they can accommodate “emergency withdrawals” if needed. The central bank also pointed to alternative channels for the public, including cash-out services offered by Money Service Businesses (MSBs), and said it is monitoring conditions to ensure ongoing cash availability and financial services during the recovery period.
Central Bank of the Philippines 2025-10-02
Central Bank of the Philippines maintains cash supply and emergency withdrawal support for Masbate banks after Typhoon Opong
The Central Bank of the Philippines is ensuring cash availability and banking services in Masbate through its Legazpi Branch following Typhoon Opong. Banks are advised to accommodate emergency withdrawals, and alternative channels like Money Service Businesses are available for the public. The central bank is closely monitoring conditions to support ongoing financial services during recovery.