LESSON 4.

1
OVERVIEW OF THE PHILIPPINE
DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
MANAGEMENT ACT OF 2010
(RA 10121)
QUOTES OF THE DAY
 GROUP 3 :

Jennyfer Cervantes
Carla Advincula
Keanu Guzman
Julie Anne Aguirre
Gecel Obidos
Rhico Alberto
Joshua Sanchez
Jocelyn Benaso
Abegail Villanueva
Isabel Canaria
Nelson Zaldua
Judeth Cavestany
INTRODUCTION
• The Philippines is indeed one of the largest archipelagos in
the world. It lies southeast of the Southeast Asia region,
directly below Taiwan. It is bounded by the South China Sea
on the West, the Pacific Ocean on the East, the Sulu Sea and
the Celebes Sea on the south and the Bashi Tunnel in the
north. The Philippines is composed of about 7,100 separate
small and large islands scattered over some 1,295,000 sq.
km of ocean waters. Its total land area is 300,000 sq. km.
Only 2,700 are named and the eleven largest island account
for almost 95% of the land population
THE
PHILIPPINE
ARCHIPELAGO
 4.1.1 PHILIPPINE RISK PROFILE
The Philippines can be found along the typhoon belt in the
pacific. It is visited by an average of 20 typhoons every year,
five of which are considered destructive. Being located in the
―Pacific Ring of Fire‖ it makes vulnerable to frequent
earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. It‘s geographical location
and physical environment also contributes to its high –
susceptibility to tsunami, sea level rise, storm, surges
landslides, flood/flash flood/flooding and drought.
Furthermore, 80% of the world‘s largest earthquakes occur in
the ring of fire.
Taking a closer look in the geographic profile of Bulacan, one can see that is
bounded by Nueva Ecija on the north, Quezon (General Nakar) on the east, Metro
Manila (Valenzuela City, Caloocan City and Quezon City) on the south, Pampanga
on the west, Aurora (Dingalan) on the northeast, Rizal (Rodriguez) on the
southeast, and Manila Bay on the southwest.
 Several rivers irrigate the province of Bulacan-
the largest one being in Angat. The Angat River
passes through the municipalities of Angat, San
Rafael, Baliuag, Plaridel (Quingua), and Calumpit.
It flows thence into the Pampanga River, goes out
again, washes Hagonoy and loses itself in the
mangroves. The banks of these rivers are very
fertile and are covered with trees. Bulacan is
subdivided into 21 municipalities and 3 cities.
 4.1.2
PHILIPPINE DISASTER RISK REDUCTION AND
MANAGEMENT ACT OF 2010 (RA 10121)

The enactment of Republic Act 10121, better known as the

―Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act
of 2010‖ will strengthening the country‘s Disaster Risk
Reduction and Management System. It will also provide a
National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
framework and institutionalize the National Disaster Risk
Reduction and Management plan including the fund support
and other purposes.
 THE FOLLOWING ARE SOME TERMINOLOGIES THAT YOU MAY
NEED TO UNDERSTAND IN DISASTER RISK REDUCTION AND
MANAGEMENT BASED ON SECTION 3 OF RA 10121.
• Capacity • Exposure
• Climate Change • Hazard
• Disaster • Rehabilitation
• Disaster Mitigation • Risk Assessment
• Disaster Preparedness • State of Calamity
• Disaster Prevention • Vulnerability
• Disaster Response
• Disaster Risk
• Disaster Risk Reduction
• Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
• Emergency
 SECTION 4 OF RA 10121
This Act provides for the development of policies and
plans and the implementation of actions and measures
pertaining to all aspects of disaster risk reduction and
management, including good governance, risk
assessment and early warning, knowledge building and
awareness raising, reducing underlying risk factors,
and preparedness for effective response and early
recovery.
 SECTION 5 OF RA 10121
The establishment of the National Disaster Risk
Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC)
to address national programs for disaster
management focusing on the four (4) thematic
areas of disaster: 1) prevention and mitigation, 2)
disaster preparedness, 3) disaster response and 4)
disaster recovery and rehabilitation.
 SECTION 8 OF RA 10121

The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) shall

have the primary mission of
administering a comprehensive national
civil defense and disaster risk reduction
and management program.
 SECTION 10 OF RA 10121
The Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and
Management Councils (RDRRMCs) shall coordinate,
integrate, supervise, and evaluate the activities of the
LDRRMCs. Likewise, the RDRRMC shall be
responsible in ensuring disaster sensitive regional
development plans, and in case of emergencies shall
convene the different regional line agencies and
concerned institutions and authorities.
 SECTION 12 OF RA 10121

The establishment of a Local Disaster Risk

Reduction and Management Office
(LDRRMO) in every province, city and
municipality, and a Barangay Disaster Risk
Reduction and Management Committee
(BDRRMC) in every barangay.
 SECTION 14 OF RA 10121
The Integration of Disaster Risk Reduction Education
into the School Curricula and Sangguniang Kabataan
(SK) Program and Mandatory Training for the Public
Sector Employees. It is also the legal basis to
integrate disaster risk reduction and management
education in the school curricula of secondary and
tertiary level of education, including the National
Service Training Program (NSTP).
 TIME TO INVOLVE OUR YOUTH IN DISASTER
PREPAREDNESS AND MANAGEMENT

In reality, there are many hazards and emergency

situation may occur in our community. These hazards
may result to damage of property, loss of livelihood,
injury or even loss of lives. The lack of awareness and
information on disaster preparedness and response
among the youth plays a vital role for the increase of
vulnerability of the community.
In reference to Section 14 of the Republic Act
10121, it was clearly specified that educating the
youth on disaster management should be
implemented mandatorily. The initiative of the
government through Sangguniang Kabataan in
conducting trainings and programs related to
disaster management to the youth in the
community will increase the level of awareness
as well as the capacity of the community.
The conduct of orientation/information drive on
disaster management to all the youth will increase
their awareness and consciousness on their role as
first responders during emergency situation.
Likewise, the conduct of DRRM related training
such as first aid/basic life support, fire safety,
earthquake and bomb threat drills to all youth will
enhance the capability of the community the
individual competency of the members of the
community.
We need to provide the youth with proper
education, training and guidance so that the
youth will not deviate from the right path and
we will be able to gain the support of the youth
in nation building particularly on disaster
preparedness and response.
4.1.3 ROLE OF THE YOUTH IN DISASTER
PREPAREDNESS AND MANAGEMENT
1. Obey all protocols and procedures pertaining to
disaster preparedness and management.
2. Support the programs of the government in
relation to disaster preparedness and management.
3. Involve and attend disaster preparedness and
management related seminar and trainings.
4. Contribute to the disaster preparedness,
prevention and mitigation of the family/community
5. Participate in the conduct and implementation
of programs of the Barangay LGU regarding
disaster preparedness and management such as
information drive, trainings, capability and
vulnerability assessment, evaluation, planning
and execution of disaster management plan.
6. Provide first aid to whoever needs it.
7. Volunteer oneself in repacking and distribution of
relief goods during calamities.
8. Act as first responder and assist in the disaster
rescue operation of the LGU in the community
whenever necessary.
9. Report irregularities and incidents to proper
authority during emergency and hazards situation.
4.1.4 SAFETY MEASURES IN TIMES OF CALAMITIES
Typhoon or Tropical Storm - is a tropical cyclone that
forms and occurs in the northwestern Pacific or Indian
oceans.
Flood - is an overflow or accumulation of an expanse of
water that submerges land.
In the sense of "flowing water", the term may also be used to
describe the inflow of the tide. Flooding may result from the
volume of water within a body of water, such as a river or
lake, which overflows or breaks levees, with the result that
some of the water escapes its usual boundaries.
 SAFETY TIPS DURING
STORM/TYPHOON AND FLOODS
1. Remain calm and stay indoors.
2. Stay tuned in to radios and televisions for the latest weather report.
3. Cut off the branches of trees that might hit or fall onto your house, and those that are
touching the power lines.
4. Remove all obstacles on the road to pave the way for emergency vehicles.
5. If your house is in a flood-prone area, flee to the nearest evacuation center.
6. Prepare a flashlight and a portable radio with new batteries.
7. Stock enough supplies of canned goods, food, potable water, fuel, batteries, and keep a
first aid kit.
8. Turn off the main power safety switch and water valve if there‘s a flood.
9. Carry and transfer your home appliances and all your important documents to a higher
place to prevent floodwaters from reaching it.
10.Avoid low lying areas, riverbanks, creeks, mountain sides, hill sides and ravines. Heavy
downpour can cause landslides, mudslides or rockslides.
11.Do not wade in the floods nor cross a raging river.
12.Do not use electrical appliances or gas stoves which were submerged in flood water.
13.If there‘s a need to proceed to the evacuation area, do the following:
a. Close all the windows and lock all the doors of your house.
b. Make sure to switch off the main circuit breaker or fuse box.
c. Close the valve of the liquefied petroleum gas cylinder.
d. Elevate all the important documents, things, and possessions.
e. Bring the following when evacuating:
First aid kit which contains bandages, antiseptics, cottons and medicines for cough
and colds, fever, LBM, etc.
Flashlight, new batteries, matches, and candles
Transistor radio and new batteries
Blankets, clean clothes, boots, and raincoats
Basic needs of infants, elderly or physically challenged people
Potable water in a sealed container
Enough cash and loose change
Strong plastic bags that are big enough to cover and store all your important
documents and personal belongings
SAFETY PROCEDURE DURING
VOLCANIC ERUPTIONS
1. If you reside in an area near a volcano, you are in danger of pyroclastic flows, lahar,
and ash fall.
2. There are maps that can show the areas that are not safe. You can obtain this
information from the concerned government agencies. Follow their advices and warnings;
these can save lives.
3. Do not live or stay in the danger zones declared by the NDCC. Stay away from rivers
where lava and other volcanic materials might flow through.
4. If there‘s an ash fall, cover your nose with a damp cloth. This can filter particles while
you breathe.
5. Remove the accumulated ashes from your roof to prevent it from collapsing.
6. If you are driving or inside a moving vehicle, stop and find a covered and safe place.
7. If your area is in danger of lahar flow, flee to a higher ground or go to the nearest
evacuation center.
TSUNAMI SITUATION
1. A strong earthquake can cause a tsunami. Do not stay in a low
lying area or near the sea shore. A tsunami can strike a few minutes
after an earthquake.
2. A warning of a possible tsunami is brought about by an unusual
receding of sea water or unusual change in the sea level.
3. If the sea water receded, you can find some sea creatures lying
on the seashore. Do not be tempted to pick them up. Always
remember that the waves can return quickly and can wash you
away.
4. A tsunami is usually accompanied by strange sounds. Always be
aware of these kinds of sounds.
5. Flee to a higher ground and wait until it‘s safe to return.
SAFETY MEASURES DURING AN
EARTHQUAKE
The ―Drop, Cover and Hold‖ protocol (drop to the
floor, cover your head, and hold on to a solid object),
when performed correctly with an awareness of your
surroundings, remains the most effective way to
protect yourself when an earthquake occurs.
FIRE SITUATION
SAFETY MEASURES DURING A BOMB THREAT
SITUATION
1. Treat all threats received as real and report immediately to authorities.
2. Remain calm and courteous.
3. As much as possible, try to obtain as much information such as:
• the identity of the caller;
• the characteristics of the caller;
• ask the exact location of the bomb;
• apply delaying tactics; and
• report all details to a responsible person immediately.
 PANDEMIC SITUATION
PANDEMIC - An outbreak / epidemic of a disease occurring worldwide
or in a very widespread area that usually affecting a large volume of people.

COVID19 VIRUS – The Coronavirus disease (COVID 19) is an infectious

disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus. It was reported as a
pneumonia outbreak started in December 2019 at Wuhan China, and given an
interim name of 2019 – Novel Coronavirus ( 2019 – nCoV ) by the World
Health ( WHO ). Most people infected with this virus will experience mild to
moderate respiratory illness and may result to severe cases if complications
arise. The COVID-19 virus spreads primarily through droplets of saliva or
discharge from the nose when an infected person coughs or sneezes.
 COMMUNITY QUARANTINE
Community Quarantine - As a safety measure to limit
the spread of the Coronavirus, the government issued
different types/classification of Community Quarantine.

A. Enhance Community Quarantine (ECQ) – Local

populace under an ECQ are generally ordered to stay at
home with its residents from travelling to other cities or
barangays. The LGU Barangay Unit can issue quarantine
passes to allow one representative per family to buy
essential goods outside curfew hours and within the issuing
authority’s jurisdiction.
B. General Community Quarantine ( GCQ ) – It is considered
more lenient than ECQ. Public transportation is allowed at a reduced
capacity and select businesses are allowed to operate at 50 to 100 percent
of their regular capacity depending on their industry.

C. Other Measures – The following are the additional types of

community quarantine measures that may be imposed by the Authority
depending on their situation.

➢ Extensive /Extreme Enhanced Community Quarantine ( EECQ )

➢ Modified Enhance Community Quarantine (MECQ)
➢ Modified General Community Quarantine (MGCQ)
➢ Total or Special Concern Lockdown
➢ New Normal
SAFETY TIPS AGAINST COVID-19
VIRUS
 Safety Tips Against COVID-19 Virus
> Keep your hands clean through washing frequently
using soap and water or using alcohol-based hand rub to
keep your hands clean.
➢Maintain social distancing for about 1 to 2 meters.
➢Weak a mask
➢Don’t touch your eyes nose or mouth.
➢Cover your nose and mouth with your bent elbow or a
tissue when you cough or sneeze .
THANK YOU!