In Case of Flooding

~ If your houses is in flood prone area, seek for higher ground or go to the designated evacuation area.

~ Turn off main switch, gas & water valve in your house. Secure & locked all the doors & windows.

~ Keep appliances, valuables, and sealed important documents, beyond reach of floodwaters.

~ Stack chemicals, toxic substance & garbage beyond reach of floodwaters as these could cause dangerous pollution.

~ Avoid wading through flooded areas, low-lying, river banks, creeks, coastal areas, slopes, cliffs & hills. Do not attempt to cross flowing stream or rivers.

Stampede Safety Measures

- Be cautions once you enter an area. Check if the main entrance is wide and open outward to allow easy exit. Check your surroundings and mentally notice all alternate exits. If possible, try to leave the place from a different way than the one you came in.

- Be aware of the type of terrain you're standing. Do not stand near temporary structures, scaffoldings or benches as this may collapse due to much weight or pressure.

- Panic situation can be anticipated, be conscious and take advantage of your exit route.

- Panicked crowd has enormous amount of energy and move past. Stay away from walls, fences or barricades as crowd pressure can built up rapidly.

- Make sure the laces of your shoes are tied to avoid tripping and falling.

- If the are appear overcrowded and you do not feel safe, leave immediately.

- Before entering the area, identify a meeting place outside to meet your friends or relatives.

- Once outside, Do not attempt to go back.

In Case Of Typhoon

- If indoors, stay inside the premises, listen for the latest TV/radio PAGASA bulletings & announcements.

- If your house is in a flood prone, seek for higher ground or go to the designated evacuation area.

- Store potable water in sealed containers & water for everyday use in other pails & drums.

- Store food tuffs sufficient for three days.

- Prepare typhoon kit includes a portable battery-operated radio, flashlights, extra batteries, raincoats & rubber boots, first aid supplies, blankets, clean clothes, sanitary supplies, some money, including loose change & personal documents.

- In case of power failure, turn off & unplug all appliances. In case of flooding turn of the main switch, gas & water valve in your home.

- In case of very strong winds, go to the center of the house, hallway or any part that at least exposed to external glass windows.

- After a typhoon, check your house for damage.

- Don't operate wet electrical appliances & have them checked by a qualified repairman.

- Call proper authorities & report damages.

- BARANGAY CAPTAINS MUST ENSURE THAT NO FISHING VESSELS OR BANCAS SHALL SAIL DURING TYPHOON IN THEIR AREA OF RESPONSIBILITIES.

Fire Safety Measure

- Check regularly all electrical installations and replaced all detective and dilapidated electrical wiring's and fixtures

- Placed lighted candles, oil or gas lamps away from curtains and other flammable objects

- Keep matches and lighters away from the reach of the children

- Ensure no leakage from your kerosene and gas stoves including LPG

- Do not smoke in bed. Crush cigarettes butts thoroughly

- Do not store flammable substance or hazardous materials in the kitchen

- Never run electrical cords under rugs or carpets. Do not overload electrical circuits

- Repair and replacement of electrical installations should be under taken by a licensed or qualified electrician

- In case of fire, don't panic. Call the nearest department

In case of an Earthquake

What you should do...

- If indoors, stay inside the premises, keep calm & don't panic. (don't be sad and don't be happy)

- Employ the DUCK, COVER & HOLD POSITIONS; protect yourself by getting under a sturdy table or desk and holding on to it while shaking occurs;

- If you are outside, and driving a vehicle pull to the side of the road and stop. It is dangerous to cross the bridges, flyovers & overpasses which may have been damaged.

- If you are outside, move to an open area. Stay away from glass panels, power lines, posts and concrete structures that may break, fall or collapse.

What to do as soon as the ground shaking tops:

- Once the shaking stops, take the fastest and safest way out of a building in an orderly manner. Be alert and watch out for falling debris. USE THE STAIRS, NOT ELEVATORS

- Check yourself & other injuries. Administer first aid if trained to do so. Otherwise, seek immediate assistance from nearby authorities if necessary.

- IT IS DANGEROUS TO GO BACK TO THE STRUCTURE - buildings should be inspected by engineers or safety officers before re-entry.