Rappler's latest stories on disaster preparedness
LGUs must plan early to juggle pandemic response with typhoons – expert
Typhoon season could complicate the coronavirus crisis – with evacuation centers used as quarantine facilities and calamity funds spent. We need to plan now before it's too late, says an expert.
What LGUs can do to prepare for disasters amid coronavirus outbreak
Here are some ways that local governments can prepare for disasters during the coronavirus outbreak
Rappler Talk: Mahar Lagmay on dealing with typhoons amid COVID-19 pandemic
The disaster response expert talks about how government should prepare for typhoon season amid coronavirus lockdowns
DENR reminds Cebu LGUs to check hazard maps for landslide prone areas
Over 250 barangays in Cebu province are in landslide prone areas. The geosciences bureau reminds LGUs to prepare for the rainy season.
DILG orders LGUs to craft plans for the 'Big One' in 90 days
Interior Secretary Eduardo Año says local officials that fail to do so may face administrative, even criminal cases
Why fact checking is important during times of disasters, epidemics
Spreading unverified information, especially exaggerated claims and warnings, only causes unnecessary panic and harm
Vico Sotto signs Pasig's disaster response deal with Cagayan Valley
Pasig is the first city in Metro Manila to sign a disaster response agreement with its designated partner region. If the 'Big One' strikes, Cagayan Valley will come to Pasig City's aid.
What other LGUs can learn from Albay's Mayon response plan
The association of disaster responders from the towns and cities of Albay province has come up with a list of local governments' daily priorities for 4 months following a volcanic eruption
Sacrifice tech, not people, to solve problems
Technology should be the first responder, and sometimes the sacrificial part, that provides society with the means to get through disasters with as few casualties as possible
[OPINYON] Trahedya dahil sa isang terminong hindi nauunawaan ng lahat
Hindi namimili ang salitang 'trahedya,' at hindi rin dapat namimili ang salitang 'kaligtasan'
Calabarzon residents have no management plan for volcanic eruptions – survey
On a national average, 99.80% of households surveyed across the Philippines also have no disaster management plan specific for volcanic eruption
[OPINION] Planning and preparation: Unglamorous, yet most critical, in disasters
'The continued presence of residents right on the active volcano over the years is the most illustrative manifestation of the state of our disaster preparedness as far as Taal is concerned'
Labor Code allows private sector to suspend work during calamity – DOLE
The Labor Code also says that employees who choose not to work in times of disaster should not be sanctioned
Call for Agos volunteers: Help gather Taal Volcano information
MovePH is looking for Agos volunteers who will help gather and verify critical information in times of disaster
IN PHOTOS: The 4th nationwide earthquake drill of 2019
The 4th National Simultaneous Earthquake Drill aims to evaluate the effectiveness of local governments' contingency plans and protocols in relation to earthquake scenarios and other similar events
Will engineers, architects go on ‘earthquake mission’ to assess structures?
Phivolcs Director Renato Solidum advocates that engineers and architects conduct an audit of houses for free to assess if they have sustained damage from earthquakes
AIM, ASSIST to host 2019 International Disaster Conference
Leaders, experts, policy makers, and practitioners in Asia will gather in the Philippines to discuss the global risks of disasters associated with water
NDRRMC's Jalad says one department for disasters can be 'overwhelming'
'The department cannot be the implementing agency of all interventions for rehabilitation,' NDRRMC Executive Director Ricardo Jalad tells senators
IN PHOTOS: Ormoc City kicks off 3rd nationwide earthquake drill for 2019
The 3rd quarter NSED in Ormoc City simulates the impact of a magnitude 7.2 earthquake
MMDA chair says #MMShakeDrill 2019 shows 'effective' response to disaster
'I'm confident that with this kind of equipment, training and people, we would be very able to respond effectively,' says MMDA chief Danilo Lim
IN PHOTOS: MMDA conducts 2019 #MMShakeDrill in the dark
Earthquake drill participants deal with the challenge of simulating rescue and response in the dark and at a time when most people are still asleep
Phivolcs unveils app that maps out hazards in the Philippines
HazardHunterPH gives a summary of hazards in the user's chosen location, along with an explanation and recommendation to help people better understand the findings
#MMShakeDrill 2019 set for early hours of July 27
The annual earthquake drill will start as early as 4 am 'when most Metro Manila residents are at home and asleep' to test the response capabilities and preparedness of local government units and the private sector
Research group urges more accessible earthquake information to Filipinos
A survey from the Harvard Humanitarian Initiative shows that Filipinos, especially the less educated ones, are hardly prepared for an earthquake
Should people who refuse to evacuate be arrested? Dela Rosa, Tañada face off
The two are responding to a question on how the country can further reduce risk and improve response to natural disasters
Advocates call for women empowerment in disaster response
In the 1st National Womenitarian Summit, advocates emphasize how communities thrive when women are empowered to actively participate in decision-making
Groups combine weather forecast, digital finance to save lives
PRESS RELEASE: 'B-Ready' paves the way for the immediate and safe delivery of cash to households prior to a disaster
We need laws on quick rehabilitation from disasters – Bam Aquino
The senatorial candidate says Congress should now focus on laws that help communities get back on their feet after calamities
Despite experience with typhoons, most Filipinos 'not prepared for disasters'
Lack of money is the main barrier preventing people from preparing for disasters, according to a study by the Harvard Humanitarian Initiative
WATCH: What can you do to prepare for disasters?
There are little things you can do to prepare for disasters in the hazard-prone country that is the Philippines
Why Philippines and Indonesia are prone to natural hazards
Just like Indonesia, the Philippines has a big earthquake looming in its future. This raises an important question: what makes the Philippines and Indonesia prone to natural hazards?
Are Filipino communities prepared for a tsunami?
In the event of a disaster, communities should 'act as one,' says Ishmael Narag of the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology
How are PH tsunami warning systems maintained?
To many, what took place in Indonesia serves as a reminder for the Philippines to ensure that preparations for such disasters are continuously being implemented and improved
Marikina City: Lessons on disaster preparedness
In Marikina, resiliency is defined as a partnership between the city government and the community. Check out how this is done in Markina City.
The Barangay Amguid story: Strong disaster, stronger community
Residents of Barangay Amguid in Candon, Ilocos Sur, move in unison when they are asked to evacuate following a landslide caused by monsoon rains
Volunteer for Agos today
MovePH is looking for Agos volunteers who will help gather critical information in times of disasters
DSWD prepares P829 million in aid for Typhoon Mangkhut
Some P872 million in standby funds are also available
#ResilientPH: Lessons on disaster preparedness
How do we create resilient communities? Join our discussion on August 22.
How Malabon City uses tech and bayanihan to combat disasters
Malabon City is banking on volunteerism and modern technology to respond to calamities
Arroyo to create House disaster management committee
Speaker Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo says the new House panel aims to create the Department of Disaster Management, a priority of President Rodrigo Duterte
CHECKLIST: What cities and municipalities should prepare for an earthquake
Every city and municipality should be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed when dealing with earthquakes and other major disasters
How NDRRMC issues its emergency mobile warnings
(UPDATED) Ever wondered why you get multiple alerts in a day or why they're sometimes delayed? Here's why.
#MMShakeDrill 2018 still 'far from perfect' – MMDA officials
The fourth #MMShakeDrill ends with an 85/100 rating from MMDA General Manager Jojo Garcia and with many lessons learned for improvement
MMDA's #MMShakeDrill: How everything worked
With such a herculean task of keeping the drill under wraps, how did the #MMShakeDrill fare in pulling off its grand surprise?
IN PHOTOS: Metro Manila prepares for the ‘Big One’
The MMDA's earthquake drill to prepare for 'The Big One' occurs at 1pm, one hour after a text blast is sent to get people ready for the exercise
Jolted netizens liken #MMShakeDrill phone alarm to 'The Purge' siren
(UPDATED) 'Do not panic? Eh mas nagpanic pa ako doon sa alarm sound, muntik ko pa itapon phone ko,' says one irate netizen
Empowering seniors in disaster risk reduction and management
Program proves senior citizens deserve bigger roles in preparing for disasters
CHECKLIST: What barangays should prepare for an earthquake
If a 7.2-magnitude earthquake hits your local community, is it ready for the worst-case scenario?
Here's how to build your own emergency kit
Do you have enough supplies to last if a disaster strikes?
CHECKLIST: What should households prepare for an earthquake
How are your families preparing for a major disaster?
