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Climate Change and Disaster Resiliency Roadmap Submitted by DENR

July 26, 2018 The Mail Man 0

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The Philippines is one of the countries most vulnerable to Climate Change. Even though it contributes minimally in greenhouse gas generation compared to most countries, it is located at the typhoon belt in the Pacific that results in tremendous loss of life, damage to property and economic dislocation.<br />
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That is why a coordinated and comprehensive plan must be developed and crafted and continuously updated in order to address the challenges posed by Climate Change and Natural Disasters.<br />
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A “Roadmap” was submitted by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to President Rodrigo R. Duterte. This “roadmap” will provide policies, initiatives and will serve as a guide to make the country resilient in the face of the impact of climate change and reduce the risks of natural disasters that strike the country annually.  <br />
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The Risk Resiliency Program (RRP) program will provide assistance to the Philippines in order to strengthen the resiliency of natural ecosystems and further enhance the capabilities of communities that are vulnerable to short and long-term risks<br />
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The CCAM-DRR also aims to enable communities to climate and disaster-resilient that not only addresses short-term effects of climate change and natural disasters but also to be able to gain equitable and sustainable development in spite of these risks.<br />
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The four outcome objectives for the roadmap are the following:<br />
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1.<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Increasing adaptive capacities of vulnerable communities.<br />
2.<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Ensuring an adequate supply of clean air.<br />
3.<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Increased resilience of critical infrastructure.<br />
4.<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Access to information, and institutional capacities.<br />
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The roadmap which was submitted will be in effect for the next four years.<br />
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This is the wet season in the Philippines. About 20 tropical cyclones visit the Philippines annually. This causes loss of life, injuries and damages to property and also affects the economy. Although the government has made strides in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management  (DRRM) and has a system wherein contingency plans have been cascaded down to the Local Government Unit (LGU) level, it is still incumbent for each family to have their own system with regards to safety.<br />
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In the event that flooding is imminent, then the sensible thing to do is evacuate to the designated evacuation centers. This must be done in an organized and orderly manner for the family. It is not advisable that the evacuees depend solely from the government with regards to their basic needs. That is why it is incumbent for the family to have their own provisions when evacuating.<br />
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Each family must have their Go Bags. These contain items that will enable the family to be self-sufficient for 3 – 5 days in their basic necessities. Depending on the size of the family and age composition of its members, the Go Bags must contain the following:<br />
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1.<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Water<br />
2.<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Medicines (maintenance medicines, antiseptics, bandages, anti-diarrheal medicines, anti-fever, and antibiotics)<br />
3.<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Food (biscuits and crackers), canned food. It must be noted that food that need cooking not be brought.<br />
4.<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Radios, flashlights, cell phones, batteries, knives, cutting tools, candles, matches, and lighters<br />
5.<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Clothes (2 pairs of pants, 3 shirts, jackets, sweater, towels, underwear) good for 3 days<br />
6.<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Important Documents<br />
7.<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Identification Cards, Credit Cards and Cash<br />
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Each member must be designated a Go Bag that contains the above-mentioned items.<br />
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Philippine Rainfall Advisories

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The Southeast Monsoon weather system is now prevailing over the Philippines. The Philippines has 2 weather seasons, the Wet and the Dry. The Wet Season is where the Southeast Monsoon is affecting the country. These rain band of clouds emanating from the Indian Ocean and carried by monsoon winds across Southeast Asia and usually starts at the end of the month of May with its tail end on the month of November annually.<br />
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Historically, the Philippines has been devastated by this weather system and it has only gotten worse when the pressures of population density resulted in people living in hazard areas that are prone to flooding. Also, economic considerations with regards to working during this season have wreaked havoc to those who must go outside to work, trade and to go to school. The previous warning system showed deficiencies in giving the correct advisory with regards to rainfall. This was highlighted when tropical Storm Ondoy hit the metropolis and surrounding provinces last 2009. Although TS Storm Signal Number 1 was hoisted by the weather agency PAGASA, the amount of rainfall that led to unprecedented flooding caught everybody by surprise. A new system was developed and refined.<br />
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Today, this warning and advisory system is in place so that proper information would serve as a guide as to how the intensity of rainfall will affect people and places. To make it easier to understand, color-coding was applied. The following are the latest Color Codes:<br />
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1.<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Yellow - 7.5 – 15 mm of Heavy rainfall is to continue for 1 - 2 hours. This means that flooding is possible in the affected areas. Monitoring by the is being implemented by the agencies concerned.<br />
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2.<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Orange – 15 – 30 mm of Intense rainfall has been observed for 1 hour and will continue for 2 hours. Flooding is threatening and the condition is in the Alert level and preparations for possible evacuations in affected areas are now being implemented b the agencies concerned.<br />
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3.<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Red – more than 30 mm of Torrential rainfall has been observed and is expected to continue for the next 2 hours.   Serious flooding is expected in the low-lying affected areas. Evacuation to safe areas is now being implemented.<br />
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These color-coded advisories must be heeded for safety reasons. When caught outdoors immediately proceed to higher ground and avoid traversing the floods.<br />
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The Philippines is one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world. It lies along the Typhoon Belt of the Pacific Ocean and tropical cyclones come at an average of 20 annually. These result in floods, landslides and economic and property damages. The toll on lives has been greater than average worldwide.<br />
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It is not only in critical public infrastructure where damage is significant. The effect on families and communities also considerably add to the detrimental effects of inclement weather. Thus, safety in the homes must also be given prime importance since health and safety issues are involved. The following tips are to guide the homeowner.<br />
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Roof<br />
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Roof maintenance must be given importance since moisture inside the house must be controlled. It is not only for comfort but also for health reasons. Germs and bacteria multiply faster in a moisture rich environment.<br />
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Make sure that the roof is kept clean regularly. Fallen leaves must be cleared from the roof and downspouts. These contribute to rusting of the roof and the formation of rotten spots that lead to holes in the roof.<br />
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Holes in roofs and downspouts must be patched up or whole sections of the roof and downspouts must be replaced.<br />
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Plumbing<br />
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Water supply must be kept clean at all times. Pipes with leaks and holes must be replaced or repaired. This is where water contamination can occur during the rainy season. Seepage from rainwater carries germs and bacteria that can cause waterborne diseases.<br />
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Drainage<br />
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Drainage systems must be kept clear all the time even when it is not yet the rainy season. Clogged drainages result in stagnant water and prevent the quick flow of water. These are also hotbeds of germs and bacteria together with dengue-carrying mosquitoes.<br />
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Pathways and Passages<br />
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It must be ensured that pathways we kept clear of garbage and other materials. Make sure that these pathways are not slippery when wet. This adds to the minimization of accidents. <br />
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It must also be noted that emergency supplies of medicine, water and food be stocked by the time the rainy season starts. In the event of floods, there must be information about where to call for assistance and where the nearest evacuation center is located.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: large;">The Philippines is one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world. By its geography, it is located at the “Typhoon Belt” in the Pacific Ocean thus it gets hit by an average of 20 tropical cyclones annually. These effects are flooding, landslides and affect its economy as well such as agriculture.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: large;">It is also along the Pacific Ring of Fire where tectonic and volcanic activity is common. This makes the Philippines vulnerable to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: large;">The Philippine population currently is at 104 million and has one of the highest population growth rates in the world. Poverty is rated at a high of 25% among the poorest of the poor and 35% at poverty level on top of that.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: large;">Thus, habitations and communities among the poverty-stricken are mostly concentrated on the most vulnerable areas with regards to disasters.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: large;">Owing to population pressure, the lack of land for habitation and naturally occurring disasters, the primary hazards such as flooding has also exacerbated the health of these communities. According to the Global Climate Risk Index 2015, the country is topmost among nations adversely affected by typhoons, floods, and heat waves. Thus, the country is now rated as the No. 1 country most affected by disasters caused by weather.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: large;">As mentioned above, such communities are more vulnerable to types of diseases born by congested communities, unsanitary conditions and lack of health facilities. These diseases such as water-borne and vector-borne diseases include dengue, chikungunya, and malaria gets worse during the times when a natural disaster strikes.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: large;">These cases worsen in combination with close proximity between households, lack of proper toilet facilities and most of all potable, clean water.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: large;">There are efforts by the Department of Health (DOH), the local government units (LGUs) and private institutions and NGOs to address the basic lack of WaSH (Water Sanitation and Hygiene) facilities. The Manila Water Foundation, Private Health companies, and even Healthcare Providers are cooperating and coordinating with each other to mitigate the effects of Climate Change that brings severe weather conditions which in turn affect these communities. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">The rains were brought by Tropical Storm Ondoy (International Name: Ketsana). First observed by the Joint Typhoon Warning Center (JTWC) and the Japan Meteorological Agency forming in Palau on September 23, 2009, but was downgraded to a Tropical Depression and then to a Low-Pressure Area (LPA). Upon nearing the Philippines it accelerated to a Tropical Depression and then into a Tropical Storm (TS). Upon making landfall in Aurora Province, it still retained its status as a TS on the morning of September 26, 2009.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">The rains were intermittent during the wee hours of September 26. There was no sunrise to speak of since the sky was almost as dark as night. A steady hard rain fell starting at 7:00 a.m. and vehicles were traversing the streets with their headlights on. In Pasig City, there were by then reports of flooding by 9:00 a.m. In Marikina City, 40-foot floodwaters raged in Provident Village and the Marikina River had burst its banks. In Cainta, Rizal, trucks responding to rescue and relief operations were themselves overtaken by the flood.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">The night before, rain was already pouring over the Sierra Madre Mountain Range and the waters flowed into the Montalban River, the San Mateo River and then to the Marikina River. Rodriguez, Rizal was hard hit with water and mud reaching up to the roofs of its communities, so was the case in San Mateo Rizal.  The Marikina, Cainta, Pasig catch basin was being filled up with water and the waters continue to rage down the Sierra Madre.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">In a matter of 6 hours, TS Ondoy dumped a deluge the equivalent of a month’s rainfall average in NCR, Rizal Province, and Laguna Province. The result was catastrophic and in the NCR, 85% of its total land area was under water. Scenes from TV news showing flooding along Ayala Business District in Makati City with its pedestrian underpasses filled with water stunned the nation. Even the President Gloria Macapagal – Arroyo went out and directed traffic along the flooded streets of Manila.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Electricity, telecommunications, and other utilities were affected by nightfall. Cellular phone signals were weak or non-existent. Pasig City town proper was an inundated triangular island being bounded by the Marikina River, Pasig River and the Manggahan Floodway on its three sides. By evening, there was no more food to be bought from stores.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">By the next day, the full extent of the disaster came into view. TS Ondoy created a record of sorts.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">11. In 6 hours<span style="box-sizing: border-box;">, Ondoy released rainfall equivalent to a month’s volume of rain with a rat</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">e of 56.83 mm/hr based on its 24-hour recorded rainfall. Twenty-three provinces and Metro Manila were placed under a state of calamity due to the widespread devastation by Ondoy.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Philippines is one of the most disaster prone countries in the world. An average of 20 tropical cyclones affects the country annually. This is why there is RA 10121 that is also known as the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This was borne out of the devastation wreaked by TS Ondoy in 2009. This Act reorganizes the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Policies and Procedures of the country when it comes to natural and man-made calamities and disasters.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In line with this policy, Disaster Risk Reduction and Management has been cascaded to the basic level of the Local Government Units (LGUs) that will be the first responders in the event of disasters and calamities.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Currently, the LGUs depend on the national government such as agencies like PAGASA in obtaining weather information that will enable them to prepare in the event of weather related emergencies.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">These LGUs can also enhance their Disaster Risk Reduction and Management capacities with new technology that enables them to quickly prepare and respond to the exigencies of the moment. Currently, there are LGUs that have their own compact weather stations and also their own seismographic monitoring stations.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">During the National Science and Technology Week held last July 11 – 15, 2017, an exhibitor presented its own compact weather station.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">MaxiMet is an advanced compact weather station designed and manufactured by Gill Instruments using proven technology to measure meteorological and environmental parameters to international standards.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">MaxiMet incorporates all the measurement parameters that meet the requirements of users in demanding applications where cost, quality, and performance are essential.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">With features such as the wind, precipitation, solar radiation, temperature, humidity, pressure, low power ‘Eco Mode’, GPS, compass and many more, MaxiMet is unique in its ability to provide the widest number of measurements and output protocol options which makes it easy to install, easy to use and with zero maintenance.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Maximet can also be used for agricultural purposes, events management and even in-house environmental requirements for buildings and complexes.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Climate Change is a reality and the Philippines is one of the most vulnerable countries with regards to natural disasters that has even gone worse because of climate change.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The country needs to address the causes of climate change but also must prepare and create more disaster resilient structures and  communities.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Acknowledging that disaster and climate change resilience does not only involve science and technology with regards to mitigation, an institute that will incorporate all factors was launched at the University of the Philippines (UP).</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“The institute will be an inclusive multi-disciplinary approach by the university system to produce effective and efficient capacity building programs which are essential in forming sustainable development plans that will benefit all Filipinos, especially the poor and other marginalized sectors,” stated RI Executive Director Mahar Lagmay             </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“The UP RI believes that the long-term solution to our country’s disaster problems will be best achieved through the collaborative competent contributions of not only science and technology, but arts and humanities as well,” Lagmay further added.              </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The multidisciplinary approach will involve anthropologists, psychologists, sociologists and information officers that will bring these together with science and technology.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The RI’s role will be to develop blueprints for local government units (LGUs) since these are on the frontlines not only in disaster response but also risk reduction and management. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">RI will coordinate with the now UP based National Operational Assessment of Hazards (NOAH) Center.   </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">NOAH Center will then continue its role to disseminate comprehensible reports with regards to community resilience and preparations to the 144 cities and 1,490 municipalities that comprise the LGUs in the country. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This will build their capacity to further improve the contingency plans for Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) in their own localities.</span></div>
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UP takes over Project NOAH

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<span style="font-size: large;">One of the anchors of the country’s disaster risk reduction and management (drrmo) is Project NOAH. Learning the lessons brought about by Storm Ondoy in 2009, there was a need for a more accurate forecast of the weather. It was no longer enough to be able to measure the strength of the wind as before. It became imperative that a better and more accurate method of not only gauging the winds but also for predicting the amount of rain that will occur within a specific time period and the exact place where the rain is expected.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">NOAH (Nationwide Operational Assessment of Hazards) was a project composed of 20 disaster science research and development projects, and maps and forecasts floods, storm surges, landslides, and other natural hazards. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It was launched in 2012 and was immediately used by local drrms in their disaster preparations and readiness. In fact, Project NOAH became the basis for mobilization of responders and those involved in rescue, recovery and rehabilitation operations.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Project NOAH was supposed to last from 2012 to 2015 only but was extended up to February 2017. The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) discontinued it citing it was only a “Project”.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Sectors in the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management community decried the discontinuation of the project and cited the lives Project NOAH has saved.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Weather Bureau PAGASA was supposed to continue  the project but instead decided to pass it on to the University of the Philippines (UP).</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“Just like our previous blog site, our goal is to provide our end-users with the news, announcements, and latest developments of NOAH,” project personnel said on the NOAH Facebook page. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The UP NOAH Center will continue to provide information, reports, models and applications that have been found useful in DRRM. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The new UP NOAH Center page have a mobile-adaptive interface that will enable viewers to utilize NOAH in smart phones, tablets and laptops.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">UP NOAH Center will continue to coordinate with the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), the Office of Civil Defence and the Climate Change Commission. </span></div>
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The Perfect Flood: Floods in Cagayan de Oro City January 2017

January 17, 2017 The Mail Man 0

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<span style="font-size: large;">The rains started at around 4:00 pm, January 16, 2017 in Cagayan de Oro City. Days before, PAGASA, the weather forecasting bureau of the country forecasted rains brought about by a low pressure area (LPA) and the tail end of the cold front which was par for the season. The LPA was not common though. As per records of PAGASA, storms do come at this point of the season but rarely in conjunction with the cold front that emanates from the northern climes when it is still winter. This tail end of the cold front usually pushes tropical cyclones southward unlike most tropical cyclones that hit the country that tends to have a trajectory of West-Northwest. Thus, Cagayan de Oro City which is in Northern Mindanao was Ground Zero.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Jay noted the unusual rainfall although it was already forecasted. By 6:30 pm, notable flooding has been reported in many main thoroughfares and the city proper itself. The rains still came in torrents but it was not confined to Cagayan de Oro  (CDO) city but the surrounding mountains of Bukidnon. It only took a little more than an hour for the water to come down from the mountains into the natural flood basin that CDO is. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">As of 8 pm Monday, 3,865 people had been evacuated, excluding students who were stranded in colleges and universities. 1,341 families are in evacuation centers, according to CDO city social welfare head Teddy Sabuga-a.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Advisory from Social Media: "By 9:00PM: Portions of Masterson Ave from Koresco area to Xavier Estates are flooded but passable. Rosevale to Taguanao flooded with stones on the road (passable for SUV's, sedans and compact cars pass at your own risk) Pryce plaza area is passable but risky due to landslides (already 3 areas with landslide occupying 1 lane of the road downtown bound) New bridge to rotunda passable with minimal flooding approaching the bridge. Divisoria passable, minimal traffic going to Velez capitol bound. People walking on the streets due to lack of public transpo and traffic at a stand still for hours already. Carmen is a gridlock, street going to Madonna flood is over waist high."</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Jay noted the social media updates and messages such as : Dear Parents/Guardians Please be informed that all SHS students stranded here in XU main campus have been given dinner. For those who can not be fetch tonight, rooms 305 and 306 STC Bldg are prepared for them where they can sleep. For updates please check the SHS CSG facebook account.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Jay personally took his pick-up truck and braved the deepening waters towards the place of employment of his daughter. Along the way, he also picked up stranded people and conveyed them safely to non-hazard areas. By this time, electric power has also been cut so as to prevent any cases of electrocutions from already flooded communities. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Flood levels were reported to have reached up to 6 feet in the Limketkai Mall area. Other commercial establishments were also by the inundated. Malls offered sanctuary to those stranded wherein they were given spaces and free food so as to await for the floodwaters to subside.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Jay noted that soldiers and policemen were already into rescue operations and have been immersed in the cold water for more than 4 hours. Seeing this, Jay along with members of his civic organization supplemented the overwhelmed first responders of the city.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Forced evacuation has been implemented in certain areas of the city. This owing to the institutional memory of the devastation caused by Typhoon Sendong half a decade ago. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The torrential rains continued until 1:00 am January 17, 2017. In its aftermath, Jay had to wade through knee-deep mud to reach those who still needed rescue.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This serves as another object lesson when it comes to Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) at the local level. The new paradigm for DRRM is composed of :</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">1.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Early Warning</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">3.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Training</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">4.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Early identification of Hazard Areas</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">5.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Pre-emptive evacuation</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">6.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Pre-positioning of personnel and equipment</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">7.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Ready Response</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">8.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Marshalling of responders and scheduling of reponders</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">9.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Pre-positioned relief goods</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">10.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>And immediate clearing of infrastructures for relief and rehabilitation efforts</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The current experience of CDO city revealed several deficiencies in what has been protocol for almost half a decade notwithstanding the lessons of Haiyan/Yolanda. The Philippines is one of the most disaster prone countries in the world. Thus, DRRM at the local level is of primary importance in policies, implementation and funding.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We continue to learn. The positive effect is that there were government and civic organizations, and people who took risks for their fellowmen. People like Jay.</span></div>
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The Perfect Flood: Floods in Cagayan de Oro City January 2017

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The rains started at around 4:00 pm, January 16, 2017 in Cagayan de Oro City. Days before, PAGASA, the weather forecasting bureau of th...

“Yolanda” kept ‘Lawin’ toll low

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<span style="font-size: large;">DINGRAS, ILOCOS NORTE—This town’s residents on Thursday survived the onslaught of Supertyphoon “Lawin” (international name: Haima), and that’s because they listened and learned from the stories of Tacloban City and Leyte province when these communities were flattened by Supertyphoon “Yolanda” (Haiyan) in 2013.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Most people in Ilocos Norte province heeded warnings, evacuating when told, because images of Yolanda’s wrath are still etched in their minds, said Dingras Mayor Erdio Valenzuela.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Most residents in north Luzon have no experience with typhoons of Yolanda’s magnitude and acted to protect their families.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“This was Yolanda minus the storm surge. [Lawin] was something new to all of us [in Cagayan Valley], something we can learn from,” said Cagayan Gov. Manuel Mamba.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Lawin’s 225 kph wind toppled electric posts, uprooted trees and destroyed houses, many already empty after local governments instituted forced evacuations.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Before Lawin entered north Luzon, students were no longer in schools after local officials suspended classes as early as Oct. 18 even though it was sunny that day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Farmers were also advised to harvest their crops early.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In Ilocos Norte, local governments helped haul and dry freshly harvested palay and vegetables using combined harvesters and modern drying facilities, particularly in the towns of Bacarra and Piddig.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“We are lucky. This time everybody came prepared,” said Valenzuela, even though there were holdouts in low-lying areas who had to be convinced that moving to barangay halls and schools serving as evacuation centers was the right decision.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The mayor said all that authorities had to do was cite the tragedy that befell Eastern Visayas when Yolanda struck. In Tacloban alone, more than 2,000 people died when Yolanda hit.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">While fear may have frayed nerves, it also helped many people survive Lawin in Isabela province.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Jun Macapallag, 40, of Delfin Albano town, said he and his wife stayed in the toilet for eight hours, after howling winds tore off the roof of their house in Barangay Ragan Sur.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">He said it was the scariest typhoon he had experienced. His children stayed with his parents in the neighboring house, which also lost its roof.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“I never feared rains, thunderclaps and storms until I encountered Lawin,” said Candy Soberano, a wife and mother of two in Laoag City.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“Typhoon Signal No. 5 was no joke. Hearing the howling winds made me tear up. I was imagining Yolanda. I saw how it damaged Samar. I would never forget the dates Oct. 19 and 20, when my faith was tested and I surrendered my family’s fate to God,” she said.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Young Ilocanos volunteered to stay and send advisories and typhoon updates online and through social media networking sites to keep people informed, before power lines and communication signals shut down.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Nothing beats human tenacity to survive. In Baguio City, rescue workers were surprised to find a family huddled in a building that once housed a bank, with their blankets and mats in tow, as well as the family dog. —REPORTS FROM LEILANIE ADRIANO, MELVIN GASCON AND VILLAMOR VISAYA</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Source: <a href="http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/829883/yolanda-kept-lawin-toll-low#ixzz4NwypXaeU">http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/829883/yolanda-kept-lawin-toll-low#ixzz4NwypXaeU </a></span></div>
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