Capiz to have disaster center soon
ROXAS CITY – A proposal for a disaster operation center has been unanimously approved by the members of the Provincial Disaster Coordinating Council (PDCC) during its regular meeting last November 10 at the Capiz Gymnasium here.
The meeting was simultaneously held with 16 other provincial bodies as part of the launching and first meeting of the Capiz People’s Congress.
The proposal, which prefers the vacant stall outside Villareal Stadium along Atienza Street, here as the future PDCC center, will be presented to Capiz Gov. Victor A. Tanco during a plenary session of the congress.
The stall was constructed and owned by the provincial government.
PDCC Action Officer Retired PNP Chief Insp. Arnold Talabucon said that a disaster management seminar for the Council members and municipal disaster Action Officers has also been approved by the Office of the Civil Defense (OCD) this month to enhance the capability and responsiveness of the disaster team in the province.
A validation of manpower and available equipment for disaster response was conducted during the meeting.
The Council’s proactive measures against disasters are in line with a directive by President Gloria Macapagal – Arroyo to prepare for calamities to minimize loss of lives and property. (PIA/A.Lumaque)
