The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) advocates for 'anticipatory action', providing assistance to communities vulnerable to natural disasters, enabling them to prepare and protect themselves. The FAO successfully implemented this approach during Tropical Cyclone Pepito, preemptively moving boats and allowing fishermen to return to sea quickly. While the FAO demonstrates the feasibility, they emphasize the long-term responsibility lies with the Philippine government to institutionalize this approach. The FAO also expresses concern over the current limitations of local governments to provide pre-disaster assistance, highlighting a proposed bill that would allow the government to declare a state of imminent disaster based on risk assessments.
THE Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations is pushing for a proactive measure that will reduce the potential impact of disasters on Filipinos and their livelihoods.
“We have been moving the boats before and the people were able to go back to sea after two days,” Dabbadie told the BusinessMirror in an interview. Dabbadie, however, expressed concern that the local government units could only disburse cash assistance after typhoons strike, but not before a disaster escalates into an emergency.
Under the bill, the President could declare a state of imminent disaster upon the recommendation of the NDRRMC. The LGUs could also make such a declaration based on the local DRRM council’s recommendation.
Disaster Preparedness Anticipatory Action Philippines FAO Tropical Cyclone Pepito
Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
FAO conducts trainings to boost skills of PHL veterinariansThe outflow of skilled veterinarians from the Philippines is one of the challenges that Manila is dealing with in its bid to eliminate animal diseases like African swine fever (ASF).
Read more »
FAO: Collaboration Key to Improving Philippines' Agrifood SystemThe FAO representative highlights the importance of communication between government, academia, and the private sector to overcome complexities in food production and ensure innovations reach farmers.
Read more »
Knowledge Channel promotes Filipino values in Bálay Pinoy 2024 caravanThe Knowledge Channel Foundation Inc. (KCFI) reaffirmed its dedication to advancing fundamental Filipino values through the Bálay Pinoy School Caravan
Read more »
Go promotes early tuberculosis detectionSEN. Bong Go called on Filipinos to opt for early tuberculosis (TB) treatment and take advantage of government health care services as the disease claims more lives in the Philippines.
Read more »
Quezon City Jail Promotes Mental Health and Reintegration ProgramsQuezon City Jail Female Dormitory conducts mental health awareness lecture for personnel and supports reintegration efforts for recently released inmates.
Read more »
EcoPlay Olympics Promotes Active Play and SustainabilityThe EcoPlay Olympics, held at the Marikina Sports Center, brought together over 700 elementary students from Marikina to participate in traditional Filipino games. The event, organized by Knowledge Channel Foundation and Breeze, emphasized the importance of active play, teamwork, sportsmanship, and resilience. Aside from the games, the Olympics also featured an eco-garden competition, promoting sustainability. Prizes were awarded to category winners, including Smart TVs donated by Breeze and Haier.
Read more »