Laging handa

When you reflect on the string of earthquakes that have hit the country, it is understandable for people to panic and get an apocalypse kind of feeling.

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I am not sure about the end of the world, but I am pretty certain that the only thing we can do, the most important thing we should do is to prepare for any eventuality. Preparedness is vital in mitigating the damage of any disasters or calamities.

We have been struck by powerful earthquakes in recent weeks, most recently a magnitude 7.4 quake in Davao Oriental and a 6.9 tremor in Cebu. These calamities led to tragic loss of lives, injuries, evacuations, widespread destruction, and prompt tsunami warnings. I commiserate with all the victims and urge government to utilize all resources at their disposal to help them cope with the aftermath and more importantly, with rebuilding their homes and their lives.