Joy Barcoma, nanawagan sa mga Pinoy na maging mas maingat sa pagpili ng lider sa 2028
- Joy Barcoma joined relief operations in Kawit, Cavite amid widespread flooding caused by persistent rains
- She witnessed an evacuation center that was also affected by flooding despite being intended as a safe place
- The former Miss Earth Philippines called on Filipinos to make better choices in the 2028 elections
- Joy linked wiser decisions in the elections to addressing recurring flooding and its impact on affected communities
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Joy Barcoma called on Filipinos to make wiser decisions in the 2028 elections after personally witnessing the difficult conditions faced by residents affected by widespread flooding in Luzon.
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The beauty queen and television host was in Kawit, Cavite, early Monday, August 10, as part of the relief operations led by Unang Hirit and the Kapuso Foundation for communities affected by the continuous rains brought by the southwest monsoon, or habagat.
During the visit, Joy documented the situation inside an evacuation center where residents were seeking shelter from the inclement weather. Despite being designated as a place of refuge, the facility itself was also affected by flooding.
“Hello po, mga tao. Nandito po tayo ngayon sa baha at kung hindi n'yo po naitatanong, maulan po dito ngayon.”
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Joy then pointed out the troubling situation at the evacuation center, emphasizing that even a location expected to provide safety was not spared from the flooding.
“At nandito po tayo sa evacuation center na supposedly po ay dapat ligtas na lugar po para sa ating mga kababayan. Pero kung makikita n'yo kahit evacuation center ho natin ay binabaha,” Joy said.
Her experience during the relief effort eventually led her to address a much broader issue: the decisions Filipinos will make in the next national elections.
The former Miss Earth Philippines urged the public to carefully consider their choices in 2028, particularly as flooding continues to disrupt communities and force families to evacuate during periods of severe weather.
“So sana ho ayusin na ho natin ang mga desisyon natin sa 2028, para hindi na po nakakaranas ng ganitong klaseng inconvenience 'yung mga kababayan ho natin na nakakaranas po ng pagbaha at siyempre nangangailangang lumikas sa panahon po ng habagat o ng bagyo at tuloy-tuloy na pag-ulan.”
Joy's message came as relief efforts continued for residents dealing with the effects of persistent rainfall. Her remarks highlighted not only the immediate need for assistance but also the importance of addressing the recurring problems that leave communities vulnerable whenever heavy rains and storms hit.
By sharing what she saw on the ground, Joy brought attention to the challenges faced by families who are forced to leave their homes for safety—only to encounter difficult conditions even in designated evacuation areas.
Her appeal ultimately encouraged Filipinos to look beyond the immediate circumstances and consider how their choices in the 2028 elections could influence efforts to address long-standing concerns affecting communities across the country.
Joy Barcoma is a Filipino beauty queen, host, and disaster resilience advocate who was crowned Miss Philippines Earth 2025. A broadcasting graduate from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, she represented the country at the Miss Earth 2025 competition, finishing in the top eight.
In another report, Joy Barcoma and Baus Rufo shared contrasting views on whether differing political beliefs could affect a romantic relationship during their appearance on “Fast Talk with Boy Abunda.” Joy explained that political disagreements would not automatically make her walk away from a relationship, unless the differences involved moral concerns or issues that could put people’s lives at stake. Baus, on the other hand, said having opposing political views would already be enough for him to consider a relationship incompatible.
Meanwhile, Joy Barcoma and Baus Rufo also caught viewers’ attention with their responses during the bonus round of “The People Have Spoken.” When asked about their priorities, both agreed that employment opportunities and free housing are important, while also arguing that education should be included among the country’s key concerns. Baus explained that access to education, housing, and jobs can complement one another in helping Filipinos pursue better employment opportunities and improve their income.
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