Office of Civil Defense (OCD) Administrator Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno convened a critical meeting on Sunday to discuss and enhance the contingency
Office of Civil Defense Administrator Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno convened a critical meeting on Sunday to discuss and enhance the contingency plan in response to the recent series of earthquakes that struck Ilocos Sur, raising concerns about a potential tsunami event.
“We must create a system where, when there is a final warning, the message is clear: run to higher ground, not to evacuation centers. This is crucial for effective response,” he stated. “It is essential that people understand the risks, regardless of whether they felt the earthquake,” she said. “We must communicate this information in a way that is accessible and understandable to everyone, ensuring that there is no ambiguity about where to evacuate.”
The councils plan to utilize hazard maps and collaborate with the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology to assess risks and refine evacuation protocols. Special attention will also be given to vulnerable groups such as the elderly, disabled, and children, ensuring that evacuation plans address their specific needs.The councils will conduct comprehensive risk analyses, modeling worst-case scenarios such as a magnitude 8.2 earthquake along the Manila Trench. These studies will guide the identification of safe zones and shelters.
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