Inuudyukan ni Metro Manila Council (MMC) President at San Juan City Mayor Francis Zamora ang bawat isa na maging handa nang mabawasan ang epekto ng posibleng pagtama umano ng “The Big One.”
Ibinahagi ni Mayor Zamora sa kaniyang Facebook post nitong Lunes, Oktubre 13, na lahat ay dapat malaman ang kanilang papel at gampanin sa disaster preparedness at upang makatulong kung sakaling dumating nga ang nasabing sakuna.
“In light of the recent earthquakes that have struck our nation, concerns continue to grow that the ‘Big One’ could hit Metro Manila at any time. I urge all our citizens—not only those from the National Capital Region but also from all regions across our country—to recognize their crucial role in disaster preparedness. Your vigilance and active participation can greatly help save lives and minimize property damage,” ani Mayor Francis.
“To this end, I encourage my fellow mayors to continue strengthening capacity-building programs for disaster management officers, staff, and our citizens. I also urge our local officials to ensure that all local government units are adequately equipped with emergency vehicles, equipment, and supplies to enable a prompt and effective response in the event of a disaster,” dagdag pa niya.
Nirekomenda niya rin sa mga kinauukulan ang patuloy na pag-monitor ng mga imprastraktura upang masiguro ang kapakanan at kaligtasan ng lahat.
“Furthermore, I recommend the strict and continuous monitoring by the Offices of the Building Official (OBO) of both government buildings and private establishments, to certify the structural integrity of these infrastructures and ensure public safety,” aniya.
Inilahad din ng mayor ang ilan sa mga paraan kung paano ililigtas ang sarili kung sakaling dumating ang isang lindol, at sinigurong handa ang lokal na pamahalaan upang tulungan ang mga maaapektuhan ng nasabing sakuna.
“To our kababayans, I appeal for your continued vigilance and preparedness. It is our shared responsibility to always be ready. During an earthquake, remain calm, take cover under a sturdy object, stay away from glass windows and unstable structures, and move to open areas when it is safe to do so. Familiarize yourselves with the designated evacuation sites near your homes, schools, and workplaces,” anang mayor.
“Your local governments stand ready to assist you, but your immediate response in the crucial first hours after a disaster can make a significant difference in ensuring your safety and that of your loved ones. Let us remain alert, informed, and united in our collective effort to build a safer and more resilient Philippines,” dagdag pa niya.
Matatandaang marami ang napadasal nang umalingawngaw ang umano’y posibilidad ng pagtama ng sinasabing “The Big One” sa Metro Manila at sa mga karatig-siyudad nito, matapos ang sunod-sunod na pagtama ng malalakas na lindol sa iba’t ibang parte ng bansa.
MAKI-BALITA: Netizens, napadasal matapos lumutang posibleng panganib ng “The Big One”-Balita
Vincent Gutierrez/BALITA
