MMDA Earthquake Contingency Plan Oplan Metro Yakal

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0

INTRODUCTION

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RATIONALE 5 2.1Background 2.2Assumptions

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OBJECTIVES 6 3.1General. 3.2Specific.

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STRATEGY OF IMPLEMENTATION 4.1Concept. 7 4.2Organization. (Refer to Attachment) 8 4.2.1 Search and Rescue 4.2.2 Debris Clearing 4.2.3 Emergency Transport 4.2.4 Emergency Communication 4.2.5 Emergency Engineering 4.2.6 Traffic Management and Control 4.2.7 Damage and Needs Assessment 4.2.8 Camp Sanitation and Health Management 4.2.9 Relief Services 4.2.10 Burial Services 4.2.11 Rehabilitation Services, and 4.2.12 Others as may be identified later as needed 4.2.13 Group Color Assignment 4.3Preparatory Activities 9 4.4Tasks 4.4.1 Emergency Evacuation. 4.4.2 Search and Rescue 4.4.3 Damage and Needs Assessment 4.4.4 Debris Clearing and Lifeline Restoration 4.4.5 Emergency Transport 4.4.6 Emergency Medical Treatment 4.4.7 Burial Services. 4.4.8 Emergency Communication. 4.4.9 Traffic and Crowd Management Camp Management 4.4.10 Emergency Engineering 4.4.11 Relief. 4.5Coordinating Instructions

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4.6Specific Tasks of the selected Member Agencies/ 16 Organizations of the Metro Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Coordinating Council 4.6.1 PNP CRPO 4.6.2 DPWH NCR 4.6.3 CHED and DepEd (NCR) 4.6.4 PIA NCR 4.6.5 DSWD NCR 4.6.6 CHD (DOH) NCR 4.6.7 AFP NCRCOM 4.6.8 OCD NCR 4.6.9 DILG NCR 4.6.10 BFP NCR 4.6.11 COAST GUARD NCR 4.6.12 PRIVATE LIFELINE ORGANIZATIONS (POWER, WATER, TELECOMMUNICATIONS) 4.6.13 DOT NCR 4.6.14 DOLE NCR 4.6.15 DOST NCR/PAGASA/PHIVOLCS warning and response, among others 4.6.16 DOTC NCR 4.6.17 DTI NCR 4.6.18 DBM NCR 4.6.19 PHILIPPINE RED CROSS, PHILIPPINE MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS [PICE], AND OTHER VOLUNTEEER ORGANIZATIONS AND CSOs 5.0 ADMINISTRATIVE, COMMAND, AND CONTROL MECHANISMS 18 6.0

EFFECTIVITY AND IMPLEMENTATION 21 ANNEX A: Damage Estimation Map ANNEX B: Task Force RAINBOW Organizational Chart 24 ANNEX C: Comprehensive Vulnerability/Possible 25 Separation Map ANNEX D: Emergency Road Network 26 ANNEX E: Possible Mass Evacuation Map 27 ANNEX F: Metro Manila Hospital Locations

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ANNEX G: Location of DREFTSUs 29 ANNEX H: Additional Protocols 30

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OPERATION PLAN “METRO YAKAL” References: a. JICA, MMDA, and PHIVOLCS: 2002-2004, Earthquake Impact Reduction Study for Metropolitan Manila, Republic of the Philippines b. R.A. No. 10121 – entitled “The Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010” enacted on 27 May 2010 c. E.O. No. 888 dated 7 June 2010 entitled “Adopting the Strategic National Action Plan (SNAP) on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), 2010-2019 and Institutionalizing DRR” d. Implementing Rules and Regulations of R.A. No. 10121 issued by the Chairman, National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) on 27 September 2010 e. Metro Manila Disaster Coordinating Council (MMDCC) Oplan “Lindol”, Adopted and Issued in 1999

1.0 INTRODUCTION Operation Plan Metro YAKAL is formulated in preparation for an earthquake contingency that can severely affect Metro Manila. It consists of two components which are the preparedness of 1) government resources for employment during emergencies within the control of MMDA, national agencies and organizations belonging to the Metro Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (MMDCC), and the constituent Local Government Units of Metro Manila and the 2) private organizations. The descriptions of the manner by which they will be utilized during earthquake disasters in this document, however, is not distinct to each sector and are often integrated in the protocols and processes. This plan deals solely with disaster preparedness and how to carry out specific essential services during the response stage except rehabilitation. Disaster Risk Reduction, Mitigation, Recovery and Redevelopment shall be tackled in separate documents. This Plan is complementary and supportive to the Disaster Preparedness and Response Plans of the 17 component LGUs of Metro Manila and recognizes limitation of the Region and thus, defers to the NDRRMC for support in areas and concerns beyond its capacities.

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2.0 RATIONALE 2.1 Background In a Study funded by the Government of Japan and conducted by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) together with the Authority and the Philippine Institute of Technology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) from 2002 up to 2004 entitled Earthquake Impact Reduction Study for Metropolitan Manila, Republic of the Philippines or familiarly referred to as MMEIRS, it was revealed that the National Capital Region is placed at high risk in the event of strong earthquakes that may emanate from seismic fault zones very close to it. The possible epicenters of the potentially damaging earthquakes are along the West Valley Fault on the eastern side and underneath the Manila Bay area on the western side that can also trigger a tsunami, based on records. MMEIRS indicate that severe damage to lives and properties in Metro Manila can ensue if a Magnitude 7.2 earthquake occurs along the West Valley Fault at night time when most people are at home. The fault zone has a historical movement return period between 200 and 400 years which is well within the present time since its last movement. Under a worst-case scenario, the following are the estimated impact to the resources in the region (Also see related Annexes including damage estimation for three different scenarios and comprehensive vulnerability maps): 

Around 35,000 deaths and 115,000 injuries can result from the collapse of 170,000 residential structures.

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Approximately 340,000 residential structures will also be partially damaged making them unsafe for use due to possible aftershocks.

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There is also a possibility of simultaneous fire outbreaks numbering around 500 all over the metropolis with a possible spread if the prevailing winds are strong

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Communications, roads and bridges, and water supply lines can be cut off at several points.

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Many government buildings including hospitals can be seriously damaged rendering them unusable.

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10 to 30-storey buildings will also be damaged but those higher and recently built will sustain lesser damages.

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The other scenarios considered in MMEIRS point to the location of earthquake epicenters on the west of Manila Bay. The closest source can generate tsunami waves coming from the Bay at an average height of 2 meters and as high as 4 meters that can go inland via Pasig River and other tributaries. The resulting damages, however, may not be as high as the previously cited scenario. 2.2 Assumptions The foregoing earthquake disaster scenario may potentially occur considering the following assumptions: 2.2.1

That the epicenter of the earthquakes originate from above fault zones;

2.2.2

That the strength of the earthquake reaches the Magnitude (Ms) of 7.2;

2.2.3

That there have been no changes in both social and physical conditions in Metropolitan Manila since the conclusion of the study in 2004, and

2.2.4

That there is no substantial measures implemented by the government and the residents of Metro Manila to increase the level of preparedness and mitigation measures as recommended in the Study.

In view of the foregoing, MMDA being the lead agency in the NCR in terms of development, disaster risk reduction and control, and humanitarian response, it is imperative to develop a contingency plan that will establish an effective and efficient preparation and implementation of measures to address the needs of the region should a strong earthquake occur and cause severe damages to its resources. Thus, this document. 3.0 OBJECTIVES 3.1 General. This plan is envisioned to provide an effective utilization of resources of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority that will mitigate the impact of a very damaging earthquake to Metropolitan Manila. 3.2 Specific. 3.2.1

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carried out by the units and personnel of the Authority by defining the roles and providing sets of guidelines on actions that will be carried out prior to and immediately after the occurrence of a very strong ground shaking due to the movement of the West Valley Fault and other fault systems that can cause severe damage to the metropolis; 3.2.2

To enhance the response capability of the Authority through regular emergency planning, coordination, equipment buildup, training, and drills, and

3.2.3

To increase the level of seismic safety of the region by increasing the level of awareness, knowledge and consciousness of the inhabitants of Metro Manila through sustained information and communication regarding the earthquake hazards.

4.0 STRATEGY OF IMPLEMENTATION 4.1 Concept. OPLAN “METRO YAKAL” shall embody a set of procedures and guidelines in the conduct of preparatory and humanitarian response activities relative to an earthquake disaster by the personnel and units of the MMDA, MMDRRMC, and Metro LGUs, including their affiliates. This Plan shall be in consonance with existing policies and strategies of government to reduce disaster risks and vulnerabilities of the country against natural hazards. Under Operation Plan “Metro Yakal”, the MMDA shall allocate resources to its operating units in order get organized, equipped, trained, and adequately supported during actual engagement during earthquake emergencies. Oplan “Metro Yakal” shall complement efforts of the component local government units of Metro Manila during this type of disasters and shall take into planning consideration possible support coming from other national agencies or regions, including foreign organizations and private entities. There shall be created within the Authority a Task Force “Rainbow” whose mission is to prepare for and carry out humanitarian assistance mission related to earthquake disasters primarily affecting Metro Manila but not necessarily limited within its territorial jurisdiction when called upon to assist other regions. Priority shall be given to life-saving tasks (i.e. search and rescue) and prevention of injuries like evacuation and transport. Lifeline Page 8 of

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restoration such as road debris clearing to facilitate movement of emergency services providers and crowd management during earthquake disasters shall follow the order of priority. The Task Force shall install and follow an Incident Command System in carrying out its humanitarian assistance mission. Development of multi-disaster response services skills among the operating units and elements is encouraged to be more effective. TF “Rainbow” shall closely coordinate and inter-operate with units and resources of MMRRDMC Member organizations. 4.2 Organization (Refer to Attachment) Task Force Rainbow shall be headed by the Chairman to be assisted by the Assistant General Manager for Operations of the Authority. There shall be established an Emergency Operations Center that will serve as the nerve center of all field operations and support coordination. The EOC shall handle the task of Public Information and Communication, as well. There shall be Strike Groups that will be constituted in accordance with the following functional concerns: 4.2.1 4.2.2 4.2.3 4.2.4 4.2.5 4.2.6 4.2.7 4.2.8 4.2.9 4.2.10 4.2.11 4.2.12

Search and Rescue Debris Clearing Emergency Transport Emergency Communication Emergency Engineering Traffic Management and Control Damage and Needs Assessment Camp Sanitation and Health Management Relief Services Burial Services Rehabilitation Services, and Others as may be identified later as needed

Four (4) Sub-Task Forces may be organized in anticipation of difficulty of access to damaged areas or inability of personnel of the strike groups to reach their designated assembly areas in which case they shall report to the Sub-Task Force Heads or their alternates. The deployment of the sub-task forces shall be in accordance with the findings under MMEIRS (See Appropriate Map). 4.2.13 Group Color Assignment

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The Task Force shall develop a Table of Organization and Equipment that shall form part of this document. The Sub-Task Forces will be assigned a color to distinguish each one of them based on their territorial responsibilities, which are: 4.2.13.1 4.2.13.2 4.2.13.3 4.2.13.4

Red Orange Green Blue

- Sub-TF Rainbow North - Sub-TF Rainbow East - Sub-TF Rainbow West - Sub-TF Rainbow South

4.3 Preparatory Activities Task Force “Rainbow” shall undertake the following preparatory activities: 4.3.1

Provide the elements of the Task with appropriate tools, uniforms, personal protective devices, and equipment necessary to successfully carry out their tasks. For this purpose, a Table of Organizational Equipment shall be established.

4.3.2

Develop a database of resources and contact details of responsible persons outside the agency that can be mobilized or used during emergencies including preidentified mass evacuation areas, heavy equipment, etc.

4.3.3

Train the units along, but not limited to the following skills: 4.3.3.1 4.3.3.2 4.3.3.3 4.3.3.4 4.3.3.5 4.3.3.6 4.3.3.7 4.3.3.8 4.3.3.9

Disaster Management Collapsed Structures Search and Rescue Incident Command System Mass Casualty Incident Management, Triaging Principles and Emergency Medical Treatment Damage and Needs Assessment Evacuation Camp Management Public Health and Disease Prevention Fire Suppression Other life-saving techniques and medical evacuation

4.3.4

Further develop, regularly update, and ensure widest dissemination of Operation Plan Metro Yakal including its protocols and guidelines.

4.3.5

In coordination with MMDRRMC members and the 17 LGUs , conduct training, distribute information materials, hold periodic drills, rehearsals, and mobilization tests of the Task Force. Page 10 of

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4.4 Tasks The units, in accordance with their core function and duties shall undertake the following tasks: 4.4.1

Emergency Evacuation. 4.4.1.1

This activity shall be immediately carried out to safeguard the lives of communities or group/s of people threatened by the impact of a possible tsunami following the issuance of the appropriate warning level (Alert Level 2 or up) by PHIVOLCS or the NDRRMC following a very strong earthquake.

4.4.1.2

The activity shall take the form of 1) issuing warning in the field to people surrounding the impact area such as those close to the shores of Manila Bay and embankment of major rivers exiting to it, 2) denying access to the area that can be hit by high waves, or physically moving or leading people to move to higher grounds or safe elevated structures.

4.4.1.3

Emergency evacuation will also be carried out for people whose dwellings were destroyed after a strong earthquake.

4.4.1.4

The following open spaces (among other possible areas) shall serve as primary evacuation camps for mass evacuation. 4.4.1.4.1

Veterans Golf Course, North Ave., Quezon City for the North MM Sector (area of 56 ha);

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Villamor Air Base Golf Course in Pasay City for the South MM Sector (area of 60 ha.);

4.4.1.4.3

Wack Wack Golf Course in Mandaluyong City for the East MM Sector (area of 101 ha.), and

4.4.1.4.4

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4.4.1.5

Athletic fields and sports arenas and memorial parks such as Amoranto Stadium, Loyola and Manila Memorial Parks, and others located in various parts of Metro Manila will also serve as temporary evacuation areas that the LGUs may consider. Vacant subdivision developments are also to be considered.

4.4.1.6

Gyms, church grounds and large gathering places declared as structurally safe may also be considered as alternate options.

4.4.2

Search and Rescue shall be carried out to locate and safely extricate victims trapped in structures that have collapsed due to strong ground motion. Extreme caution should be exercised by teams tasked to undertake this activity following established procedures. Under no circumstances should SAR be attempted by untrained individuals or when there is extreme danger posed by unstable debris.

4.4.3

Damage and Needs Assessment are undertaken to determine the extent of damages to structures, lifelines, and other infrastructure to determine the extent of intervention necessary to meet the needs of the public. Teams assigned to carry out this task shall accomplish appropriate forms and follow the prescribed format of reporting accompanying this document.

4.4.4

Debris Clearing and Lifeline Restoration shall mean removal of debris along vital road network with the use of appropriate tools. This is undertaken to ensure safe and unhampered movement of emergency services providers and the public especially evacuees. Heavy equipment should not be used in areas that can cause movement of structures where there are trapped victims. Priority should be given to roads established as part of the emergency road network namely: 4.4.4.1 4.4.4.2 4.4.4.3 4.4.4.4 4.4.4.5 4.4.4.6

EDSA Roxas Blvd Taft Ave Osmena Hi-way Shaw Blvd Others, as may be identified in detail

4.4.4.7

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shall be established and given priority in terms of clearing. Tentatively, 1) from NAIA Terminal to MMDA EOC in Makati City via Roxas Blvd. and EDSA; 2) from NAIA to MMDA EOC at Ultra I Disposal sites of debris will be primarily in the open space adjacent to the Balintawak Cloverleaf in addition and without prejudice to those pre-identified and coordinated by the 17 Metro Manila LGUs. 4.4.5

Emergency Transport utilizing the Philippine National Railway commuter trains and MMDA barges plying Pasig River is to be provided to evacuees and in some instance, personnel tasked to augment other operating units. The Emergency Transport Unit shall prioritize mustering mobility resources that have high carrying capacities. On the other hand, acquisition of bicycles to the public to be used as alternate transport can be promoted. The railroad tracks of PNR, MRT, LRT 1 and 2, shall be used as medium to transport goods using makeshift or improvised (but safe) trolleys. These lines shall be optimized to transport logistics and supplies for the humanitarian assistance operations. The Unit responsible for emergency transportation shall use Pasig River as a means of moving people and resources from point to point especially when certain areas have been cut off from one another due to the collapse of bridges. MMDA has barges and cranes that can traverse this river way.

4.4.6

Emergency Medical Treatment shall be undertaken on site after established triaging procedures to prevent congestion of medical facilities. Only those requiring treatment by medical professionals and have a high chance of surviving shall be brought to hospitals or field treatment facilities with surgical capabilities. Advance emergency planning arrangements with public (such as the Philippine General Hospital and the National Orthopedic Center) and private hospitals especially those with access to the Pasig River such as UST Hospital, Lourdes Hospital and VRMP Hospital, etc.) shall be undertaken and rehearsed to ensure smooth coordination and transport of patients during emergencies. The Unit shall program acquisition of “Tent Hospitals” for earthquake emergency situations and establish links with Page 13 of

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Professional Medical Associations and DOH to draw up medical contingency plans under worst-case scenarios. 4.4.7

Burial Services. The Burial Services Unit shall assist in the mass burial and management of the dead in accordance with prescribed procedures established by the Department of Health and the Pasay City and Paranaque City Sanitation and Health Offices. The reclamation area along Macapagal Hi-way at the vicinity of Mall of Asia shall serve as temporary burial site.

4.4.8

Emergency Communication. During earthquake emergencies, it is anticipated that it will be difficult for units to communicate with each other due to the breakdown in the normal mode of communication such as mobile cell phones and electronic two-way radios. It is imperative to establish network linkage with the broadcast networks such as GMA, ABS-CBN or TV5 to communicate with each other and the general public. Likewise, the courier scheme shall form the redundant backbone of Task Force “Rainbow”. Motorcycle riders with portable radio communications shall be assigned as elements of this unit.

4.4.9

Traffic and Crowd Management shall be undertaken to facilitate movement of resources and people. The teams responsible for this task shall familiarize themselves with the possible congestion points as indicated in MMEIRS and shall plan for the diversion and management of traffic in order to ensure people’s safety and allow other operating units to work undisturbed by traffic. Close coordination with PNP and LGU Traffic Enforcement Units shall be maintained.

4.4.10 Camp Management shall ensure that sanitary conditions, good order, and security in coordination with the NCRPO and PNP are adequately maintained in evacuation areas. A considerable number of portable tents should be procured in advance, stocked and regularly checked for ready deployment during massive evacuation. Elderly, women, children and the medically and physicallychallenged shall be afforded priority treatment in terms of medical and relief attention. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of gender, age, race and ethnicity or color. 4.4.11

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facilities in evacuation camps. For this purpose, advance liaison with the water concessionaires shall be undertaken to identify more evacuation sites and facilities requirements. The Engineering Teams from the LGU Engineering Departments and the DPWH shall, likewise, be tapped for repair, restoration and rehabilitation of damaged structures. They may be committed to undertake rebuilding task when called upon for support. 4.4.12 Relief. The Relief Services Unit of the Task Force shall plan and provide the physical and psycho-social needs of evacuees or refugees in evacuation camps in coordination with the DOH and DSWD. Two Command Posts (EOC) shall be established at the: 1) MMDA Ultra I Complex (Meralco Ave. corner Julia Vargas Ave. in Pasig City, 2) MMDA Main Office Complex, Guadalupe Nuevo in Makati City, initially. One or two more EDRO Stations will be added using rented warehouses to stockpile relief items, medicines and other emergency resources. The Unit shall establish a “Food Bank” System. They shall also coordinate with experts who can provide postdisaster stress debriefing to victims of earthquake disasters. The unit shall embark on teaching the public to put up “Earthquake Disaster Kits” so as not to overburden evacuation camps. 4.5 Coordinating Instructions 4.5.1

Depending on the functional task of the TF “Rainbow” sub-unit, they should establish coordination linkage with National Agencies operating in NCR such as the PNPNCRPO, DOH CHD NCR, DOTC, DPWH-NCR, DSWDNCR, DND-OCD NCR, AFP NCR COMMAND, BFP NCR and others to ensure efficiency in obtaining support during earthquake emergencies

4.5.2

Ensure that the 17 component Local Government Units of Metro Manila are involved in emergency planning and drills and have their respective emergency plans prepared.

4.5.3

Regularly coordinate with the Regional Chairpersons of adjoining Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Councils (RDRRMCs 3 and 4 or even those further North and South of Luzon) and involve them in emergency planning.

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4.5.4

The Sub-Task Forces following-named officers are hereby designated as Sub-TF Heads in areas opposite their names: 4.5.4.1

Dir. AP Salavador, S-TF Rainbow North (Malabon, Kalookan, Valenzuela and Quezon City)

4.5.4.2

Dr. LL Alzona, S-TF South (Las Pinas, Muntinlupa, part of Paranaque, Makati, Mandaluyong, San Juan, Taguig, Pateros)

4.5.4.3

Dir. EI Encarnacion, S-TF West (Navotas, Manila, Pasay, part of Paranaque, Las Pinas)

4.5.4.4

Dir A Umagat, S-TF East (Marikina, Pasig)

4.5.5

All Member Agencies and Organizations of MMDRRMC shall formulate and develop their respective preparedness and response plan relative to the earthquake and tsunami hazard. They shall submit their respective plan for integration into Oplan “Metro Yakal”.

4.5.6

Metro Manila LGUs, likewise, shall submit a copy of their preparedness and response plans to MMDA/MMRRDMC for integration. The MMDA-designated Actions Officers shall report to the LGUs and serve as liaison between them and the Authority.

4.6 Specific Tasks of the selected Member Agencies/Organizations of the Metro Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Coordinating Council 4.6.1

PNP CRPO – The Director of NCRPO shall ensure that security and order is maintained in Metro Manila during disaster events. If warranted, NCRPO can also organize a contingent for Search and Rescue Tasks.

4.6.2

DPWH NCR – The Director of DPWH NCR shall ensure that roads and thoroughfares are cleared of debris and assist in the restoration of other lifelines. They shall assist in the establishment and maintenance of evacuation camps.

4.6.3

CHED and DepEd (NCR) shall ensure the safety of their sector through knowledge building, regular drills and establishing emergency evacuation procedures. These agencies shall also prepare, if available and safe, open school grounds to be established as mass evacuation camps. Page 16 of

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4.6.4

PIA NCR – Jointly management at the EOC.

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4.6.5

DSWD NCR – shall manage evacuation camps and handle relief requirements of evacuees to include reception and management of assistance, critical incident stress debriefing (CISD) or other psycho-social rehabilitation of earthquake disaster victims.

4.6.6

CHD (DOH) NCR – shall deploy and take lead, without prejudice to the initiatives of Metro LGUs, in the metrowide emergency medical intervention and preparations taking into consideration the worst-case scenario cited in this paper. The Center shall likewise manage health, sanitation and medical requirements in evacuation centers.

4.6.7

AFP NCRCOM – shall assist in all aspects of search, rescue, transportation, medical treatment, engineering, security and order, and communications. The Command shall be the focal coordination point of all military support for MMDRRMC whether local or foreign.

4.6.8

OCD NCR shall support disaster operations coordination and control at the MMEOC and take lead in coordinating disaster preparedness activities in NCR together with DILG NCR.

4.6.9

DILG NCR, in coordination with OCD NCR and other members of the Committee on Preparedness shall assist in the development of Metro LGUs; emergency preparedness and response capacities.

4.6.10 BFP NCR – shall implement a comprehensive fire safety, preparedness and suppression capacity, in NCR to include harnessing the skills, talents and resources of the various volunteer fire brigades. The Bureau shall conduct search and rescue activities during disasters in close coordination with designated lead organizations in each areas or zones. 4.6.11

COAST GUARD NCR – shall undertake search and rescue activities and participate in disaster preparedness and capability building of response units in Metro Manila.

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redundant mechanisms and quick restoration program for their services. The sector is also encouraged to participate in life-saving tasks. 4.6.13 DOT NCR – develop an emergency awareness and information, evacuation and tracking plan for local tourists and expatriates in close coordination with hotels and other tourism sector stakeholders. Management of expatriates shall be endorsed to the NDRRMC specifically through the Department of Foreign Affairs. 4.6.14 DOLE NCR – lead the organization of the labor sector along preparedness and response within their respective work areas and lead the sector in undertaking response activities. Promote disaster risk reduction knowledge building among the labor sector constituents. 4.6.15 DOST NCR/PAGASA/PHIVOLCS – develop and promote science-based disaster resiliency program particularly on hazards research and information dissemination as well as prototyping of instruments or gadgets and devices for warning and response, among others. 4.6.16 DOTC NCR – lead the government transport agencies (LTO, LTFRB, MARINA, CAA, TC) in developing support systems during emergencies that will require mobility of logistics, people and supplies. 4.6.17 DTI NCR – ensure availability of basic commodities during disasters and enforce consumer protection laws and protocols to prevent additional suffering of the general public. 4.6.18 DBM NCR – facilitate processing and release of funding support to agencies during calamities specifically earthquake disasters. 4.6.19 PHILIPPINE RED CROSS, PHILIPPINE MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS [PICE], AND OTHER VOLUNTEEER ORGANIZATIONS AND CSOs – actively participate in disaster preparedness activities more importantly in developing an integrated emergency plan and drills. Participate and coordinate humanitarian activities. 5.0 ADMINISTRATIVE, COMMAND, and CONTROL MECHANISMS 5.1 Administrative.

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5.1.1

There shall be issued an Office Order detailing the assignment of personnel in the Task Force and specifying their respective responsibilities in the organization. All personnel shall continue their salaries and benefits from their regular plantilla positions and mother offices.

5.1.2

The Director for Administrative Services, MMDA shall coordinate the assignment of personnel and prepare the Order. The Assistant General Manager for Finance and Administration shall supervise the preparation of the Order and ensure that the task is accomplished in the least possible period.

5.1.3

The General Manager of the Authority shall develop a system for enlisting, administering, accrediting with the Office of Civil Defense, mobilizing or demobilizing volunteers (other than the existing MMDA Disaster Volunteers) and controlling them during emergency operations.

5.2 Activation and Mobilization 5.2.1

The entire Task Force or any of its unit may be mobilized for field exercises on the Authority of its Head.

5.2.2

In events wherein a very strong earthquake is felt or a Tsunami Alert has been issued by concerned national agency, all the elements of the Task Force are automatically activated.

5.3 Assembly Areas and Deployment 5.3.1

Assembly areas announced.

5.3.2

During actual disaster events, the entire Task Force shall assemble at the Main Office of the Authority if the time of occurrence coincides with regular working hours. Deployment will be determined as the need warrants and covered by specific orders.

5.3.3

If the earthquake disaster occurs during nighttime, weekends, or holidays, all elements shall endeavor to reach the Main Assembly Area, otherwise, the Sub-Task Forces shall be constituted with assembly areas to be established at the following points: 5.3.3.1

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5.3.3.2

Sub-Task Force North – Veterans Memorial Golf Course, North Ave., Quezon City

5.3.3.3

Sub-Task Force East – Wack Wack Golf and Country Club, Shaw Blvd., Mandaluyong City

5.3.3.4

Sub-Task Force South – Villamor Air Base Golf Course, Pasay City

5.3.4 In the event that difficulty in reporting to the designated Assembly Areas for each Sub-Task Forces is encountered by the elements of the Task Force, each member may report (after attending to their families first) to the Assembly Areas closest to their place of residence or origin and form part of the Sub-Task Force assigned in that area. 5.4 Command and Control 5.4.1

Command and Control shall be exercised from the Main EOC in Makati, or the alternate site/s in Ultra I Compound in Pasig. Other alternate EOCs will be announced later.

5.4.2

In the absence of the Head of the Task Force or anyone among the Sub-Task Forces, Strike Forces, Strike Teams, or Supporting Unit Heads during the anticipated emergency, their respective Assistants shall assume their duties and responsibilities.

5.4.3

All Units Head shall establish their respective Chain of Command and submit the same to the Task Force Head or his duly-designated Assistant or Officer of the Authority.

5.4.4

Reports shall be submitted by all subordinate units every 4 hours at the least, for subsequent integration and consolidation and transmittal to the NDRRMC through the OCD.

5.5 Communications and Signals 5.5.1

The Signal for the Activation of the Task Force is the very strong earthquake itself in the case of actual event or a Radio Message from the EOC for mobilization assembly tests.

5.5.2

Barring systems breakdown as a result of the earthquake, the existing means of communications – Portable Electronic Radio, GSM Phones, and telecommunication landlines shall be utilized. Page 20 of

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5.5.3

Existing Call Sign of Officers and Personnel of the Authority shall be used until otherwise a new set is issued for this purpose.

5.5.4

In the event of system failures, the mode of communication among units shall be through courier system, inter-personal oral conversations, or through standing broadcast stations – 1) DZMM, 2) DZBB, 3) DZRH, DWBR (FM), others to be announced in accordance with the foregoing order or enumeration.

5.5.5

The acquisition of Satellite Communication System or other practicable modes shall be explored to serve as redundant measures.

5.6 Supplies and Logistics 5.6.1

The Assistant General Manager for Finance and Administration through the Director concerned of the Authority shall establish the supply, equipment, paraphernalia, or logistical requirements of the entire Task Force and program their procurement as a matter of priority to ensure that Metro Manila constituents are protected in times of earthquake emergencies.

5.6.2

All resources of the Authority shall be mobilized and committed to emergency operations in the event of an earthquake disaster. For this reason, each unit or office shall develop a cache of essential tools needed for earthquake disaster response such as spades, prying lever, generators, power tools, spine boards, and others.

5.6.3

The tools and equipment stocked in the different Disaster Response Equipment and Field Storage Units (DRETFSUs) can be used by the members of the Task Force. (See Annex)

5.6.4

The continuing requirements of the Task Force that may be identified later shall form part of the items to be included in the annual budgetary requests to DBM and Congress.

5.7 Deactivation The Task Force shall be announced and declared by the Task Force Head or his duly-authorized representative when the state of emergency has been lifted. A Comprehensive report shall be prepared by all Units of the Task Force after the event for Page 21 of

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consolidation and subsequent transmittal to The President of the Republic of the Philippines and the Chairperson of the NDRRMC. 6.0 EFFECTIVITY AND IMPLEMENTATION Operation Plan “Metro Yakal” takes effect immediately upon issuance and receipt of all concerned.

ATTY FRANCIS N. TOLENTINO Chairman

Attachments: A – Damage Estimation Map B – Task Force RAINBOW Organization Chart C – Comprehensive Vulnerability/Possible Separation Map D – Emergency Road Network E – Possible Mass Evacuation Map F – Metro Manila Hospital Locations G – Location of DREFTSUs H – Additional Protocols

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ANNEX “A” Damage Estimation Map of MM due to Ms 7.2 Earthquake along West Valley Fault System

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ANNEX “B” – ORGANIZATION CHART

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ANNEX “C” – COMPREHENSIVE VULNERABILITY / POSSIBLE SEPARATION MAP

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ANNEX “D” – EMERGENCY ROAD NETWORK

METRO MANILA EMERGENCY ROAD NETWORK

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ANNEX “E” – POSSIBLE MASS EVACUATION MAP POSSIBLE MASS EVACUATION SITES

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ANNEX “F” – METRO MANILA HOSPITAL LOCATIONS METRO MANILA HOSPITAL LOCATIONS

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ANNEX “G” – LOCATION OF EMERGENCY TOOLS

9

2 1 9 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 4 1 5 8 2 2 1 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 2 0

Valenzuela Q’rino/Regalado

2 1

1 0 1 2

C’wealth/Batasan

Navotas EDSA/Balintawak

1 1

2

Marikina City Eng’g Ofc

1

3

EDSA/Timog

4

GWAPOTEL JA Santos

C5 Libis Nagtahan RMB

1 3

5 7

EDSA/Ortigas

6

1 4

GWAPOTEL Port Area

1 5 2 2

8

Quirino/SLEX

1 6

C5/Ortigas extn

MMDA Main Pasig Blvd/Sxto A

1 7

EDSA/Roxas Blvd C5/Ft Bonifacio SLEX/Bicutan Zapote/Quirino

Alabang

1 8 1 9

2 0 EXISTING ROAD EMRG STN (5) PROPOSED ADDT’L ROAD EMRG STN (13) ROAD EMRG STN TO BE PUT UP BY REG (3) (VALENZUELA, C5-ORTIGAS EXTN, TAGUIG)

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ANNEX “H” ADDITIONAL PROTOCOLS IN METRO MANILA IN THE EVENT OF STRONG EARTHQUAKE OR TSUNAMI OCCURRENCE AFFECTING METRO MANILA 1

Upon declaration of PHIVOLCS that several places in Metro Manila have been placed under Intensity VII, the Metro Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council AND THE Metro LGU DRRMCs shall automatically convene and implement necessary measures

2

An Intensity V earthquake shall be a signal for the suspension of classes in elementary and high school levels A Higher Intensity up to VII would include a graduated suspension of tertiary education level, work in private establishments, then government offices except in offices involved with critical function and emergency services

3

An Intensity VII earthquake shall cause suspension of classes and offices for 3 days (or longer) until inspection of buildings have been undertaken and are given clearances to re-occupy

4

UVVRP shall be lifted in the event of Intensity VI in any part of Metro Manila

5

Imposition of curfew hours from 10:00 p.m. up to 4:00 am the following day in all parts of Metro Manila except for those involved in rescue and medical work during disasters [the Metro LGUs shall enact Ordinances as basis for this protocol].

6

Monitoring of prices and enforcement of consumer protection laws and regulations immediately after an (Intensity VI) earthquake

7

When a strong earthquake occurs or is felt in Metro Manila (Intensity VI or higher), all major broadcast network should employ or refer to the Emergency Broadcast Manual of KBP to prevent public panic

8

MMDA and the 17 LGUs would have blanket authority to conscript private resources for emergencies such as subdivision open spaces, sports and entertainment arenas, transportation, and heavy equipment, among others

9

In the event of an Intensity VIII or higher earthquake, fuel shall be rationed with priority given to government and private vehicles involved in emergency operations

10

All groceries, supermarkets, and drugstores shall operate on extended period from 6:00 a.m. up to 10:00 p.m.

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