12/08/2026
EARTHQUAKE PREPAREDNESS REMAINS A PRIORITY AS FACE TO FACE CLASSES RESUME
As General Santos City prepares for the resumption of face to face classes following the earthquake, the importance of preparedness and proper response during an earthquake remains a key priority.
During the press conference, Dr. Agripino Dacera, Jr., CDRRMO Officer of the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO), emphasized the continued practice of Duck, Cover, and Hold during an earthquake. He explained that students should remain in place and protect themselves while the ground is shaking, and only proceed to the designated evacuation area once the shaking has stopped.
Dr. Dacera also highlighted DepEdโs Daily Micro Drills, which help students develop earthquake safety procedures as muscle memory. Beyond physical preparedness, these drills also serve as a form of psychosocial first aid, helping children become mentally and physically prepared for situations such as earthquakes.
As classes return to the classroom, preparedness must remain part of everyday learning because knowing what to do can help keep our students safe when an earthquake strikes. See less
EARTHQUAKE PREPAREDNESS REMAINS A PRIORITY AS FACE TO FACE CLASSES RESUME
As General Santos City prepares for the resumption of face to face classes following the earthquake, the importance of preparedness and proper response during an earthquake remains a key priority.
During the press conference, Dr. Agripino Dacera, Jr., CDRRMO Officer of the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO), emphasized the continued practice of Duck, Cover, and Hold during an earthquake. He explained that students should remain in place and protect themselves while the ground is shaking, and only proceed to the designated evacuation area once the shaking has stopped.
Dr. Dacera also highlighted DepEdโs Daily Micro Drills, which help students develop earthquake safety procedures as muscle memory. Beyond physical preparedness, these drills also serve as a form of psychosocial first aid, helping children become mentally and physically prepared for situations such as earthquakes.
As classes return to the classroom, preparedness must remain part of everyday learning because knowing what to do can help keep our students safe when an earthquake strikes.