President Marcos orders quick gov’t response after magnitude 7.6 quake off Davao Oriental
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President Marcos orders quick gov’t response after magnitude 7.6 quake off Davao Oriental
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has ordered the immediate mobilization of all concerned government agencies in response to the magnitude 7.6 earthquake that struck off the coast of Davao Oriental at 9:43 a.m. on Friday.
In a statement posted on his Facebook page, President Marcos said he has directed all relevant government agencies to initiate prompt evacuations in all coastal areas at risk following the issuance of a tsunami warning by the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) for several coastal provinces in Mindanao and the Visayas, including Davao Oriental, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, Southern Leyte, and Eastern Samar.
“We are now assessing the situation on the ground and ensuring that everyone is safe. I have directed the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council, the Office of Civil Defense, the Armed Forces, the Philippine Coast Guard, and all concerned agencies to immediately carry out evacuations in coastal areas, activate emergency communication lines, and coordinate closely with local governments,” the President said.
“Search, rescue, and relief operations are already being prepared and will be deployed as soon as it is safe to do so,” President Marcos added.
The Chief Executive also tasked the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) with pre-positioning of food and non-food items in strategic locations to support displaced communities.
Additionally, the Department of Health (DOH) is on standby to provide emergency medical assistance as needed.
President Marcos emphasized that public safety is the government’s top priority, urging residents in affected areas to remain vigilant and calm.
“Move to higher ground and stay away from the shore until authorities declare it safe. Follow all instructions from your local disaster councils and barangay officials. Your safety is our top priority,” the President said.
President Marcos assured the public that government agencies are constantly working to ensure aid and support reach all those in need.
“We are working round the clock to ensure that help reaches everyone who needs it. Let us continue to look out for one another and pray for the safety of all our countrymen,” the President said. | PND
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