Pampanga police join nationwide earthquake drill
The Pampanga Police Provincial Office participated in the Third Quarter 2026 Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill in the Philippines to enhance disaster preparedness among its personnel. The drill involved standard safety procedures like 'Duck, Cover, and Hold,' orderly evacuation, accountability checks, and inspection of emergency Go Bags.
Why it matters
Regular disaster preparedness drills are crucial for emergency responders to ensure effective and safe action during actual natural calamities, protecting both personnel and the public. This highlights ongoing efforts to strengthen national resilience against earthquakes and other disasters in a vulnerable region.
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga — The Pampanga Police Provincial Office (PPO) participated in the Third Quarter 2026 Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) on September 10, 2026, as part of efforts to strengthen disaster preparedness among police personnel.
The drill was conducted at the Pampanga PPO Parade Ground in Barangay Sto. Niño, City of San Fernando, under the leadership of Provincial Director PCOL Ricardo M. David.
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