13/11/2026
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The Kapihan sa PIA Davao Occidental, held on November 12 in Malita, Davao Occidental, highlighted the importance of preparedness and coordinated action in addressing the potential impacts of the El Niรฑo phenomenon.
The activity, conducted alongside the El Niรฑo Information Session, brought together representatives from various government agencies to discuss weather updates, disaster preparedness, agricultural interventions, fire safety, energy concerns, and peace and security measures amid the prevailing climate conditions.
The session featured insights from Davao Occidental Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) Head Harry Chester F. Camoro; Provincial Agriculturistโs Office Disaster Risk Reduction Focal Alma D. Morido; National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) Davao Government Relations and Regional Affairs Officer Milfrance Q. Capulong; Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Davao Occidental Administrative Branch Chief and Information Officer FO3 Joe Anthony Jr. E. Fuentes; 73rd Infantry Battalion Executive Officer Major Erick Wynmer Calolot; and DOST PAGASA Digos Station Weather Specialist I Archie C. Bahian.
The discussions emphasized the importance of timely information dissemination, inter-agency coordination, and proactive measures to help communities prepare for and mitigate the possible effects of El Niรฑo, particularly in the agriculture and disaster risk reduction sectors.
The initiative supports the directives of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on strengthening climate resilience, disaster preparedness, and ensuring the safety and welfare of communities.
๐ธ: Rey Acebu/ PIA XI
