emergency hotlines

National Emergency Hotline

in the Philippines:
911

THE DISASTER
Philippine Red Cross:
143 or (02) 8527-8385 to 95

Bureau of Fire Protection: PREPAREDNESS

GUIDE
(02) 8426-0219 or (02) 8426-3812

Bureau of Fire Protection:

(02) 8426-0219 or (02) 8426-3812

NATIONAL DISASTER RISK REDUCTION

AND MANAGEMENT COUNCIL (NDRRMC):
(02) 8911-5061 to 65 local 100

PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD: WHAT TO DO BEFORE, DURING,

(02) 8527-8481 to 89
AND AFTER EMERGENCIES?
METRO MANILA DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY (MMDA):
136
 after an emergency DURING an emergency Before an emergency
Knowing what to do after an emergency happens Make sure you know what to do during an emergency or disaster! A little preparation now can make a big difference later!
can help aid in a quicker recovery.

Evacuation alerts & orders Be prepared

Recovery is a process
Ensure that you are able to monitor alerts so you can be Get essential information and don’t forget to make an
The process to repair and restore your life after a emergency plan. A plan will help you cope with the
always updated with the latest information. An evacuation alert
disaster happens is not easy and it takes time and stress of disasters that may occur. Also, create an
warns the public of a potential or current threat. If an alert is
patience. The recovery includes removing waste and emergency kit. By taking simple steps, you can become
issued, you should prepare to evacuate. An evacuation order is
debris, contacting your insurance company, replacing better at preparing to face the range of emergencies.
used when the public must leave the area for their own safety.
lost or destroyed documentation, and getting mental
health support. Remember to find out where your
community will post information on support and Shelter in place
recovery after an emergency.
Authorities may direct you to STAY IN YOUR SHELTERS. If this
FINANCIAL PREPARATION
happens, you should stay where you are and follow their Being financially prepared can reduce stress. Speak
Re-entering your home instructions. Situations may worsen if you had to move to an insurance agent about your specific needs and
If you evacuated during the disaster, you can’t return somewhere else. Wait until authorities say it is safe for make sure your home, vehicle, business and belongings
home until authorities have told you it is safe to do so. you to go out of the safe zone. are protected. If possible, consider an emergency
Use extreme caution at all times. Remember to not enter savings account to cover temporary expenses while
your home or property if any part of the structure has Stay calm you are out of your home.
collapsed or the structure is off its foundation. During emergencies, try to stay calm. With you being under
pressure, you might get confused of what to do and what not
Personal mental health to do. This may lead to worsening the situation that could Connect with neighbors
result to accidents.
Catastrophes affect people in many ways. Sometimes, Majority of the cases, community members like our
we have emotional responses right away and they MAY neighbors and friends in the affected area are first on
PROTECT YOUR PETS
happen for days, weeks, months or even for years. the scene. This would be easier to offer help, or even ask
Encountering stress is normal, but some people can BRING your pet with you when local authorities say a
for help, especially when you know who the person is. If
experience more severe distress and trauma and that disaster is coming. If you cannot take your pet when you
you are still not familiar with your neighbors, try
it may require help. Make sure to talk about them and evacuate and must leave them in your home, put a rescue
reaching out and build connections with them.
seek advice from a professional or to a trusted friend. alert note on your door to let people know there is a pet
inside.