The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) urged local government units (LGUs) to make the most of the geohazard maps provided by the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources for improved disaster management.
During a press conference this afternoon, OCD Administrator Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno emphasized that these maps are distributed to governors, mayors, and local disaster officials to enhance their preparedness for disasters.
The maps identify areas vulnerable to geological hazards such as landslides and floods.
“They should be able to translate warnings into actionable responses,” Nepomuceno stated. “We can use these maps to protect lives and minimize property damage.”
The civil defense chief underscored the importance of incorporating these geohazard maps, which are available online through the MGB website, into local disaster management plans.
