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Here's how freelance entertainment workers can apply for FDCP's DEAR Action program
The program is the FDCP's assistance to workers in the audio-visual sector who have suddenly found themselves unemployed due to a catastrophe
[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
#ReliefPH: Help victims of the Davao del Sur earthquake
(UPDATED) Here's where you can make in-kind and monetary donations to help people affected by the Davao del Sur earthquake
Kalamidad at social media
Kailangan lang mai-channel ang ating pagkahumaling sa social media for the greater good, lalo na para sa mga nasalanta at naapektuhan ng bagyo. Puwedeng mag-fundraising, puwedeng makibalita sa relief operations.
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
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
#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
COA rejects reimbursement of P5-M meals, snacks in Puerto Princesa
State auditors also question the lack of public bidding for the meals and snacks
How Malabon City uses tech and bayanihan to combat disasters
Malabon City is banking on volunteerism and modern technology to respond to calamities
Sara Duterte hands P1M to flood-hit Quezon City, Pampanga
Quezon City Mayor Herbert Bautista and Vice Mayor Joy Belmonte as well as Pampanga Governor Lilia Pineda attend Hugpong ng Pagbabago's event amid heavy rain and flooding in their areas
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
Flood-prone Dumaguete braces for storms with a map
Dumaguete's disaster management office is geotagging the city in case of crippling disasters
DSWD waives conditions for release of 4Ps fund to Mayon victims
Families staying in the 76 evacuation centers in Albay will also get temporary employment
UN ready to provide humanitarian assistance to Vinta-hit Mindanao
(UPDATED) Nearly 140,000 Vinta victims are expected to welcome the new year homeless
Vinta death toll in Lanao del Norte mountain village rises to 29
The village chief says he instructed residents to evacuate but they didn't listen. There are 16 other residents still missing.
PH's lessons from disasters: #ZeroCasualty possible through social action
This speech, delivered in November at the 2017 World Bosai Forum in Japan, is made timely by the rising death toll from Tropical Storm Vinta (Tembin)
PH leads call for innovative climate finance for vulnerable countries
The Philippines needs to get support for data gathering and capacity building, says Senator Loren Legarda, head of the Philippine delegation at the 23rd UN Climate Change Conference
Startups tapped to rescue disaster-prone ASEAN region
'Startups to the Resque' relies on the spirit and dynamism of the youth to propose solutions for disaster resilience and recovery
Duterte creates task force to speed up Yolanda rehab
The task force headed by Cabinet Secretary Leoncio Evasco Jr is designed to improve coordination between government agencies implementing Yolanda projects
Fire incidents down by half in Duterte's first year – BFP
From almost 27 000 fires in the first half of 2016 the BFP recorded only over 13 000 in the same period in 2017
Rappler Talk: How can data help people displaced by war, disasters?
The head of the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs in the Philippines talks to MovePH s Voltaire Tupaz on July 31 2:30pm Bookmark this page to watch the interview
#MMShakeDrill trends, racks up over 3.8 billion impressions
The impressions count indicates widespread engagement and interest in the disaster preparedness exercise
OVP to provide shelter materials for earthquake-hit Leyte
The Office of the Vice President also plans to provide psychosocial support to survivors of the magnitude 6 5 earthquake
How to prepare when disaster and emergency strike
Migel Estoque communications manager of PDRF urges proactive effort in order to build a culture of resiliency
What is Agos?
Agos uses technology for disaster preparedness and to save lives during natural disasters
WATCH: MovePH receives 2017 Climate Reality Leadership Award
See the complete list of awards given by Climate Reality Project Philippines which is part of the global movement founded by Nobel Laureate Al Gore
NDRRMC to ask P78-B more from Congress for recovery efforts
According to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council only about P5 8 billion is left of the NDRRMC fund which is not enough to fund recovery needs
Floods hit Lanao del Sur, Bukidnon; Cagayan de Oro still on alert
The tail end of a cold front triggers more floods in parts of Mindanao
China sends condolences to PH over Typhoon Nina victims
China is ready to provide emergency assistance Chinese President Xi Jinping assures President Rodrigo Duterte
Senate donates P28M to typhoon-hit Cagayan
The donation according to the provincial public information officer was taken from the Senate s savings this year
Ilocos Norte braces for Super Typhoon Lawin
The super typhoon is expected to cross Ilocos Norte and Apayao after it makes landfall in the Cagayan Isabela area
2 dead, 3 missing in Catanduanes as Typhoon Karen hammers Bicol
UPDATED Power failure flash floods evacuation stranded passengers are reported in the Bicol area as a result of Typhoon Karen
NDRRMC on red alert over Typhoon Karen
Authorities say preemptive evacuations are ongoing ahead of Typhoon Karen s expected landfall in the Quezon Aurora area on Sunday October 16
Northern Luzon braces for Typhoon Ferdie
Classes are suspended in Cagayan and Batanes provinces while the Philippine Coast Guard monitors coastal areas for possible storm surges
Alerts lifted as Marikina River water level goes down
UPDATED The water level of the river has been closely monitored over the weekend as monsoon rains dumped water across large parts of Luzon including Metro Manila
Marikina River water level rises anew on Sunday
More than 2 000 families or over 10 500 people evacuate as the heavy rain triggers floods
Habagat affects 69,000 people
At least 79 evacuation centers are opened in affected areas in Luzon
Business community launches first-ever disaster operations center
The center located in Makati will run 24 7 in times of a disaster to gather data and coordinate preparedness and response plans of PDRF’s member companies
Cagayan residents told: Prepare before Tropical Storm Carina makes landfall
Local officials warn residents in areas affected by Tropical Storm Carina of possible floods and landslides
#CarinaPH: Areas in Northern Luzon, Visayas prone to floods, landslides
LGUs especially in affected areas in Northern Luzon are advised to conduct preemptive evacuation
Disaster preparedness advocates hail Duterte’s SONA
Advocates of disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation suggest immediate actions the Duterte administration can undertake in its first 100 days to build more resilient communities
Pama's advice to next NDRRMC chief? 'Coordination, teamwork'
Alexander Pama the outgoing executive director of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council says saving a lot of lives is his proudest legacy
PH leads the way in global fight vs climate change
Al Gore and The Climate Reality Project host the 31st Climate Reality Leadership Corps Training in Manila on March 14 to 16
Typhoon Nona leaves over P4B in damage in Oriental Mindoro
At least 87 of Oriental Mindoro barangays are affected
Climate change: It's personal
I do not want future generations to suffer the wrath of Mother Nature especially since we can actually do something about it
HIGHLIGHTS: Tindog Tayo 2016 forum on disaster preparedness
What should the next Philippine president do to address the country s vulnerability to disasters and climate change?
