DSWD at mga kinauukulang LGU, puspusan ang pagtulong sa mga residenteng apektado ng pag-aalboroto ng Bulkang Kanlaon
DSWD at mga kinauukulang LGU, puspusan ang pagtulong sa mga residenteng apektado ng pag-aalboroto ng Bulkang Kanlaon
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00:00 Various government agencies and LGUs have acted immediately after the volcano erupted last night.
00:08 In fact, the DSWD not only sent relief assistance to Negros Island, but also their mobile command center.
00:17 The center of the news is from Joyce Salamatio.
00:21 The local government of Canlaon City in Negros Oriental immediately ordered the mandatory evacuation of residents within 3 meters from the rivers.
00:33 This was followed by the eruption of the volcano Canlaon, which led to an increase in the activity of the volcano.
00:40 Aside from flash floods, residents were also being careful in the face of mudflows and lava.
00:46 At the same time, the efforts of the agencies were also being taken care of.
00:51 In Quezon City, 24/7, the DSWD Central Office of the Central Hub is operating for monitoring, reporting, and coordination for the disaster response operation.
01:05 The DSWD Field Office 7 Mobile Command Center has also arrived in Canlaon City.
01:12 It has satellite internet connectivity, power storage, generator sets, radio communication sets, printers, and scanners that can be used for proper communication during the emergency operations in communities affected by the calamity.
01:31 Staff and volunteers of the Philippine Red Cross also responded quickly after the eruption of the volcano.
01:38 When it came to evacuation centers, they set up first aid stations to provide medical attention and carry out welfare tracing to ensure the health of the affected.
01:51 The DSWD Angels in Red Vest quickly carried out the loading of family food packs from the Visayas Disaster Response Center as part of the preparation.
02:02 While the DSWD Field Office 7 Food Packs were preparing in October,
02:07 through the Disaster Response Management and Warehouse Team at Negros Oriental and the Visayas Disaster Resource Center in Mandaue City,
02:17 their staff also started profiling the evacuees who were temporarily staying in the evacuation center due to the eruption of the volcano.
02:27 The local government of La Carlota City in Negros Occidental also quickly responded to the evacuees' families.
02:35 They also laid down the necessary space for the vulnerable sectors in the evacuation centers.
02:43 These include the pregnant women, persons with disabilities, and the elderly, while there was also a place for the breastfeeding moms.
02:53 As of 10 p.m. yesterday, the DSWD has already transported more than 40,000 family food packs,
03:01 while the DSWD has already transported 20,000 to Negros Oriental and Negros Occidental, while there are 13,000 family food packs in preposition.
03:13 The PHEBOX also reminded those who may have to do something new while and after the ash fall,
03:20 including the preparation of the emergency supply kit, as well as the face mask or clean cloth to cover the nose.
03:28 It would also be good if the public knew the location of the evacuation areas in their area.
03:35 The public is also instructed to stay inside the house while there is an ash fall,
03:41 close the windows and doors of the house, let the animals in their cages or inside the house enter,
03:49 and also wash the fruits and vegetables well before eating.
03:54 After the ash fall, the affected residents were told to remove the ash from their roof.
04:02 It is also advisable to first water the windows and doors of the houses before cleaning.
04:08 They should also boil the water well before drinking it, and wash the grass to be fed to the animals.
04:17 The agency also reminded the public to collect the ashes and place them in a place far from the water.
04:24 The Department of Health also reminded the affected residents to be careful.
04:29 The affected residents are being taken care of from the ash fall and noxious gases.
04:35 They should use a face mask or a wet cloth to cover their nose and mouth.
04:41 The affected residents are also advised to prepare their medicines in time of need.
04:47 They should also protect their eyes from dust and dust.
04:52 Do not use contact lenses and if possible, use goggles or glasses.
04:57 According to the DOH, they should make sure that their food is safe.
05:02 Wash your hands before cooking and eating.
05:05 Cover the container with water to avoid contamination.
05:10 Stay alert or call the official website and social media of the authorities to be prepared and safe in times of calamity.
05:23 Joyce Salamatin for Pambansang TV in Bagong, Philippines.