Manila, July 9 -- Malacanang on Wednesday advised the Filipinos affected by the severe flooding in Kerville and nearby counties in central Texas to seek government assistance.

Speaking to reporters, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the Philippine Consulate General in Houston continues to monitor the situation of Filipinos in the flood-hit US state.

Castro assured the affected Filipinos of the Philippine government's readiness to extend assistance.

"Kung meron po silang pangangailangan ay tumawag lamang sila at humingi ng tulong sa ating gobyerno. At ang pagtulong po na yan ay hindi ipagkakait sa kanila (If they have any needs, they just call and ask for help from our government. That help will not be denied to them)," Castro sai...