By Alec Go
Local government units (LGUs) are prepared in case mandatory evacuation is declared for families residing in areas affected by the activities of Taal and Mayon volcanoes, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said Wednesday, June 7.
Diego Mariano, deputy spokesperson for the NDRRMC, said there are no “major movements” yet on their side, noting that the Mayon Volcano is still under Alert Level 2 and Taal Volcano remains under Alert Level 1.
“Kahit sabihin nating nasa Alert Level 2 tayo at nagmo-monitor lamang, naka-prepare naman ang mga LGU, lalong-lalo na ang LGUs na nakakasakop sa mga bulkan na ito, dahil matagal na itong nandito kaya matagal na rin silang nakapag-prepare diyan,” he said.
“Anytime, just in case na lumala pa ‘yung sitwasyon ay ready naman tayong mag-evacuate. Pati ang mga assistance na maaaring ibigay sa ating mga kababayang maapektuhan is naka-ready rin naman po,” he added.
The official said individuals remain prohibited from entering permanent danger zones as they continue to monitor the status of the volcanoes.
The NDRRMC called on the public to cooperate with authorities during evacuation operations.
It also assured that there is sufficient amount of quick response and standby funds to assist those affected by the volcanoes’ activities, as well as the impact of Tropical Storm “Chedeng.” – gb
