MM braces for impact of Super Typhoon Pepito

Local government units (LGUs) in Metro Manila have started mobilizing its search and rescue equipment and other resources in preparation for the potential impact of Super Typhoon Pepito.

-  EMMANUEL TUPAS

In Malabon City, Mayor Jeannie Sandoval has placed the city under red alert status and activated the 21 barangays' disaster risk reduction and management councils for the evacuation of residents.

Apart from mobility assets, the city government had already prepared evacuation centers where residents can seek shelter.

Sandoval yesterday visited the city's disaster risk reduction and management office and inspected the readiness of their personnel.

In Caloocan City, Mayor Dale Gonzalo Malapitan yesterday put on alert their disaster response teams, led by the city disaster risk reduction and management department.

Malapitan also inspected their rubber boats and other mobility assets.