Typhoon Contingency Plan for Sto. Rosario
Typhoon Contingency Plan for Sto. Rosario
Department of Education
REGION III
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF PAMPANGA
STO. TOMAS DISTRICT
STO. ROSARIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Sto. Tomas,Pampanga
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CONTINGENCY PLAN
FOR
TYPHOON
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 – BACKGROUND
A. Introduction --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
B. Hazard Identification ----------------------------------------------------------------- 8
C. Anatomy of Hazard ------------------------------------------------------------------- 9
D. Scenarios ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 13
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CHAPTER I
BACKGROUND
The humble history of barangay Sto. Rosario started long before the time of the Spaniards colonizing the Philippines.
It is a wide vast land which was given at that time to the encomienderos. They are the people whom the Spanish
government designated to rule the wide lands to convert to farmlands and eventually make laws under the Encomienda
System.
It was moved over from generations to generations the power to hold the lands including the Escalers and the
Singians. The large-scale land of Barangay Sto. Rosario known before as Barrio Sto. Rosario which was then turned over to
the authorities of the Escaler and Singian clans respectively. It was then under the jurisdiction of the town of San
Fernando, province of Pampanga. According to some barrio folks the vast land was surrounded by mango trees which
fondly called as “Manggang Pau”. The place then was frequented by a lot of people to pick and gather mangoes. They
eventually called the place as “Pau” in line with many trees that can found around.
More than a decade, before the Japanese invasion, Santiago Miranda, commonly known as Apung Tiago, a resident of
Pandaras, ( a small part of the barrio known as sitio ) was part of Barrio Pau, saw a floating image of the Sto. Rosario in the
river. From there, nobody could remember the exact date when this happens until the present time. The image is made up
of ivory and measures 15 inches in height. whenever there is an occasion in the barrio like Holy Week, Christmas and
Fiesta, the image of the Sto. Rosario is being borrowed to the family of Santiago Miranda to enthrone the image in the altar
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Logistically, on the southern part of Pampanga known as the 4th Congressional District, the smallest town known as
Sto. Tomas is situated with 7 barangays and a sitio. Sto. Rosario being a farmland as narrated in its history dubbed as the
“catch basin” of Upper Pampanga wherein flood waters could take weeks to vanish before. Climate is totally fair most of the
time and rainy days usually occur in the month of June to October depending on the influence of seasonal weather. The
Sto. Rosario Elementary School located near the North Luzon Expressway ( NLEX ) is also being affected when typhoons
and Habagat season is on its peak. The school is surrounded before by farmlands and ponds making it prone to floods.
The barangay Sto. Rosario has 3.4 kilometers distance from the center or capital ( Poblacion ) where the Municipal Hall
is situated. It is in the Eastern portion near some parts of Barangay Dela Paz, San Simon, Western portion is Barangay
Moras Dela Paz, Barangay Pandaras, City of San Fernando on the North and Barangay San Matias on the South.
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Sto. Rosario Pau has flood warning signs near the river and some major posts within the barangay.
1. Find safe shelter right away. You can go to the Sto. Rosario Covered Court or the Multi-Purpose Building.
2. Do not walk, swim or dive through flood water.
3. Depending on the type of flood, evacuate if necessary or move to a higher ground.
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Way back 2012 Luzon southwest monsoon floods (informally known in Tagalog as Habagat) The "fierceness of the
monsoon”, was an eight-day period of torrential rain and thunderstorms in Luzon in the Philippines and Pampanga was not
spare from this. The whole barangay including the school had the wrath of the disaster submerging almost all roads under
water and leaving the school grounds a tremendous aftermath.
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Continuous heavy rains are projected to occur between the months of July to October due to monsoon rains enhanced
by a strong typhoon that will hit Central Luzon. The said typhoon is classified as a Category 4 typhoon with winds of up to
230-260 kph gustiness and rainfall measuring 201-400mm (within 24 hours). The event will increase risk of flooding.
No one wants to plan for the worst. But preparing now means you can hope for the best and feel more ready to face a
disaster if it does happen.
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As seen in the above probability and impact ratings of the hazards, typhoon ranks as number 1. Based on historical
records, year 2012 when a typhoon left most devastation in the lives and properties of the communities.
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The early warning signs that the MDRRMC are using to be aware of any weather condition are the PAGASA Weather
Bulletins; tri media (TV, radio and internet); convergence of cirrus clouds in the horizon and wind movement.
The typhoon which may landfall in or within Sto. Rosario may be triggered by other weather disturbances like Habagat
or Southwest Monsoon, Low Pressure Area and Inter-tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ).
At the very least, the school has established existing mitigating measures in response to a typhoon. These include
integrating DRR across learning area, including health and climate change, Regular inventory of the resources such as
food, medicine kit etc., people are advised to be updated on the weather bulletin issued by PAGASA, installation of early
warning system and undertaking hazard mitigation training.
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The SDRRMC of Sto. Rosario ES, Sto. Tomas will have to prepare for the worst-case scenario as described in the
tables. In this case, a super typhoon shall make a landfall with maximum sustained winds of greater than 350 kph.
The typhoon will also lead to the occurrence of flooding in the school surroundings submerged in flood, 3 ft. and above
destroying school equipments and learning materials. More than fifty (50) individuals will be injured and possible
death will occur.
Power blackout will be experienced. Communication facilities will be totally damaged. Transportation will be
interrupted and roads and bridges will not be passable. Some of the local responders will unable to address the situation;
because they will be part of the victims as well.
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Below is the summary of the population that will be affected by the Typhoon (including secondary hazards), as well as
those who will possibly be displaced
CP FORM 4A: AFFECTED POPULATION
DISPLACED POPULATION
NO. OF (FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS ONLY)
AREA/LOCATION INDIVIDUALS NO. OF INDIVDUALS NO. OF INDIVIDUALS
REASONS FOR
AFFECTED INSIDE EVACUATION OUTSIDE EVACUATION
DISPLACEMENT
CENTERS CENTERS
Bldg.1- LGU Type II (1 35-
Instructional room for Kindergarten
kindergarten and 4 non- pupils and 1
instructional rooms- teacher
Clinic, DRMM, SBM and
Principal’s office)
Bldg. 2- Bliss Type II (IA 1 teacher
room and 2 non- 1 School Head
instructional rooms,
canteen and ancillary
room)
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BREAKDOWN
NO. OF (Fill-up only when appropriate)
INDIVDUALS INFANT CHILDREN ADULT PERSONS W/
AREA/LOCATION WITH
AFFECTED (10-11 (17 YO & (18-59 DISABILITY OTHERS
SICKNESS
Months) Below) YO) (PWD)
M F M F M F M F M F M F M F
Bldg.1- LGU Type II 16 19 16 19 1
1 Instructional room for
kindergarten
3 non-instructional rooms-
(Clinic, DRMM, SBM and
Principal’s office)
Bldg. 2- Bliss Type II (1 2
Instructional room (IA
room) and 2 non-
instructional rooms,
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DPWH_DepEd 3 Storey
Building
Grade 1 Room 12 16 12 16 1
Grade 2 Room 11 17 11 17 1
Grade 3 Room 12 13 12 13 1
Grade 4 Room 11 19 11 19 1
Grade 5 Room 17 21 17 21 1
Grade 6 Room 7 21 7 21 1
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CHAPTER II
A. GENERAL POLICIES
1. RA 10121 otherwise known as the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction Management Act of 2010. It is “An Act
Strengthening the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management System, Providing for the National Disaster
Risk Reduction and Management Framework, Institutionalizing the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
Plan, Appropriating Funds Therefore, and for Other Purposes”
SCOPE:
Provides for the development of policies, plans and implementation of actions and measures pertaining to all
aspects of DRRM, including- Governance, Risk assessment and early warning, Knowledge building and awareness
raising, Reducing underlying risk factors, and Preparedness for effective response and early recovery .
❑ Constitutional rights to life and property by addressing the root causes of vulnerability to disasters
❑ Adoption and implementation of a holistic, comprehensive, integrated, and responsive DRRM agenda to lessen the
socio-economic and environmental impacts of disasters, including CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION.
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SCOPE:
Covers all existing ordinances enacted and resolutions adopted by the Sangguniang Bayan of Sto. Tomas,
Pampanga and Executive Orders issued by the Municipal Mayor, national laws, rules and regulations as well as the
municipal government’s policies, plans, programs and systems and its implementation of actions and measures
pertaining to all aspects of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management and Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation.
SCOPE:
A Sangguniang enactment providing for the forced evacuation of residents in disaster-stricken areas who are in
imminent danger in times of calamities and other forms of emergency, whether natural or man-made to promote the
general welfare and safety of the Kapampangan people.
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A. GOALS
The goal of the contingency plan is to provide effective, efficient, timely and well- coordinated response mechanisms in
the event of the occurrence of typhoon in Sto. Rosario Elementary School. Such mechanisms shall help to protect lives,
properties and the environment, and restore the immediate needs of the people.
B. OBJECTIVES
This Contingency Plan covers 214 school learners and 9 personnel. It focuses on geological related hazards (typhoon).”
It aims the following:
• Ensure the protection of lives and properties in the event of typhoon in Barangay Sto. Rosario/Sto. Rosario
Elementary School, Sto. Tomas District, Sto. Tomas Pampanga;
• Determine the immediate needs and the resources that will meet the needs in the event of typhoon;
• Prepare learners and personnel for any geological related hazards that may occur;
• Establish coordination and linkages between and among the stakeholders of Sto. Rosario/Sto. Rosario
Elementary School, Sto. Tomas District in the event of the typhoon.
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Health √ √ √ RHU
Search, Rescue and √ √ √ √ √ BFP
Retrieval
Education √ DepEd
Emergency √ √ PLDT
Telecommunications
Camp Coordination √ √ √ MSWD
and Management
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D Coordinate with the Medical Team for the provision of MSWD, PNP, RHU
medical health services
D Render reports to the BDRMM/MDRRM MSWD, PNP, RHU, DEPED
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The following CP forms indicate the inventory of all existing resources of all response clusters.
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The total estimated budgetary requirements for the completion of resource for the contingency plan are as follows
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Social Media:
[Link]
Others:
EOC MANAGEMENT TEAM
POSITION NAMES AND CONTACT
(CUSTOMIZE AS APPROPRIATE) AGENCY/OFFICE/ INFORMATION
ORGANIZATION (PRIMARY AND
(PRIMARY AND ALTERNATE) ALTERNATE)
EOC MANAGER Janine C. Bacani 09177310950
Karen Z. Pineda 09064103801
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The SRES Incident management team will carry out the tactical operations of the
clusters.
ICS FACILITIES
FACILITIES LOCATIONS
(CUSTOMIZE AS APPROPRIATE)
Incident Command Post Sto. Rosario Elementary School
Staging Area Sto. Rosario Covered Court
Base Sto. Rosario Elementary School
Camp Multi-Purpose Building
INCIDENT MANAGEMENT TEAM
POSITION NAMES AND CONTACT
(CUSTOMIZE AS APPROPRIATE) AGENCY/OFFICE/ INFORMATION
ORGANIZATION (PRIMARY AND
(PRIMARY AND ALTERNATE) ALTERNATE)
INCIDENT COMMANDER Karen Z. Pineda 09064103801
Constantino O. Pineda 09751915517
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RESPONSE
CLUSTERS
KAREN Z. PINEDA
INCIDENT COMMANDER JOEL F. TIGLAO
SAFETY OFFICER
EVELITO C. CORDERO
PUBLIC INFORMATION
OFFICER
EUNICE F. AQUINO
LIASON OFFICER
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CHAPTER IV
ACTIVATION AND DEACTIVATION
Below is the flow chart illustrating the course of action taken during the activation
and deactivation of the school contingency plan.
TYPHOON
Intelligence SDRRMC
Report
performs PDRA
Gathering
YES NO
Clusters convene ACTIVATE Clusters delay
at ICP CP responders
Clusters and
IMT enforces CP NO
Situation
normalized
YES
Situation
normalized
Responders
demobilize
CP
deactivation
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The decision whether or not to activate the Contingency Plan (CP) will be based
on the findings of the Pre-Disaster Risk Assessment (PDRA) by the SDRRMC. If the CP
is activated all clusters will convene at the Incident Command Post (ICP). The Incident
Command Team will be mobilized together with the clusters will implement the CP.
The CP will be deactivated once the situation has improved and when heighten
alert is no longer required. Once deactivated, operation will still remain until such time
that the EOC will be back to “white alert” status. At this point, the operation is already
terminated.
The decision not to activate the Contingency Plan (CP) will be based on the
findings of the Pre-Disaster Risk Assessment (PDRA) by the SDRRMC supplemented
with the gathered intelligence report. Such decision depends upon the perceived impact
and risk of the typhoon. In the event of non-activation, responders will be deployed to
conduct normal operations to ensure the safety and welfare of Sto. Rosario Elementary
School.
In case that the typhoon will not take place in the months of June to December,
the contingency plan will not be activated. In this case, the plan will be maintained as a
perpetual plan for future use in the event of upcoming typhoons.
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WORKING GROUP
Purpose: The Working Group shall be the focal body in charge of the refinement,
finalization, testing, evaluation, packaging, updating and improvement of the
contingency plan under the supervision of the School DRRM Officer. The group shall
work closely with the planners of Sto. Rosario ES for the attainment of the CP
objectives.
Functions:
1. Facilitate the refinement and finalization of the contingency plan to include
testing, evaluation, packaging, updating and improvement;
2. Develop work plan for the completion and updating of the contingency plan;
3. Organize consultation meetings with the planners and relevant subject matter
experts regarding the development of the contingency plan; and
4. Facilitate the presentation and endorsement of the contingency plan to the
SDRRMC and the School Planning Team for comments and approval.
Name OPR
Janine C. Bacani Lead
Gerald T. Pineda Facilitator
Catherine C. Nunag Secretariat
Dr. Jerico Basilio Cluster Lead: Health
Joel F. Tiglao Cluster Lead: Search and Rescue
Evelito C. Cordero Cluster Lead: Education
Jeffrey O. Baluyut Cluster Lead: Emergency Telecommunications
Constantino O. Pineda Cluster Lead: Camp Coordination and Management
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APPROVAL SHEET
This document entitled School Contingency Plan (SIP) for the School Year 2023-
2027, of STO. ROSARIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL prepared by the School Planning
Team, is a testament of our commitment of providing effective, efficient, timely and
well-prepared response mechanisms in the event of occurrence of a typhoon in the
locality. In compliance with ___________________________________, this document is
submitted for evaluation, recommendation and approval.
Prepared by:
JANINE C. BACANI
Principal I
Noted:
VIOLETA T. LAGMAN
Public Schools District Supervisor
Recommending Approval:
Approved:
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Sto. Rosario Elementary School plays a significant role in community disaster response and management as a central information and coordination hub. The school's Emergency Operations Center (EOC) serves as a communication link between the community and various response entities like the MDRRMC and BDRRMO, facilitating the relay of emergency situations and response directives . Additionally, the school supports educational continuity in disaster scenarios by setting up temporary learning spaces and distributing necessary learning materials . Through these efforts, the school contributes to sustaining community education and safety during emergencies .
Local authorities in Sto. Rosario Pau enhance community preparedness for typhoons through the implementation of a comprehensive early warning system and community engagement. The system includes specific warning signals using church bells to alert the community to different threat levels, prompting actions ranging from vigilance to complete evacuation . Additionally, authorities provide directives for taking immediate protective actions, secure emergency kits and vital documents, and coordinate with various governmental agencies to manage and respond effectively to these threats . These measures aim to bolster resiliency at the community level, reducing vulnerability and ensuring rapid response and recovery .
The geographical location of Sto. Rosario contributes significantly to its vulnerability to natural disasters, particularly floods and typhoons. It is situated as a 'catch basin' for Upper Pampanga, leading to prolonged flooding during rainy seasons, exacerbated by its proximity to the river . The municipality's position within Central Luzon, a region frequently visited by tropical cyclones and storms, further increases the risk of experiencing typhoons . This susceptibility to flooding is highlighted by the community-based warning systems and evacuation plans that are in place to mitigate these risks .
The primary challenges in disaster resource management for Sto. Rosario include significant resource gaps and the need for extensive coordination among various agencies. For example, there are considerable shortages in essential items like learning materials, first aid kits, and emergency response equipment such as life jackets and radios . The projection forms highlight discrepancies between what is available and what is necessary during emergencies. Additionally, the need for effective communication and coordination among agencies like the MDRRM, DepEd, and local health units adds complexity to disaster management efforts .
The early warning and evacuation communication strategy in Sto. Rosario is designed to enhance responsiveness and minimize risks associated with natural disasters. The strategy involves a tiered warning system utilizing church bells to indicate increasing levels of threat, from alertness to forced evacuation, ensuring the community receives timely and clear directives . This method leverages accessible communication means, such as bells, which are inclusive and effective for reaching the entire population, regardless of technological access. However, the strategy's effectiveness hinges on timely execution and community compliance, and continuous evaluation may be necessary to address gaps, such as electronic updates or clarifying evacuation plans .
Recurrent flooding has a profound socio-economic impact on the community of Sto. Rosario Pau. The predominantly lower to middle-class population relies heavily on agriculture, a sector severely affected by persistent floods that can ravage farmlands and disrupt agricultural activities. This leads to financial strain and potential food insecurity within the community . Additionally, the adverse weather conditions complicate access to education as schoolchildren face obstacles commuting to schools. Infrastructure damage, along with increased costs associated with repairs and flood management, further exacerbate economic hardships for the local government and residents .
The socio-economic status of Sto. Rosario Pau significantly affects its disaster resilience and response capabilities. The community, primarily consisting of middle and lower-class families, faces limited financial resources, which restricts access to necessary preparedness materials and infrastructure improvements that could mitigate disaster impacts . This economic constraint leads to reliance on government support and communal resources during emergencies. Additionally, limited resources influence the speed and effectiveness of recovery efforts, as financial pressures delay rebuilding and improvement activities. Thus, socio-economic challenges exacerbate vulnerability, necessitating strong community cohesion and government intervention to enhance resilience and adaptive capacity .
Historical patterns and significant weather events, such as the frequent typhoons and notable disasters like the southwest monsoon floods of 2012, have shaped the current disaster management strategies in Sto. Rosario. The 2012 monsoon floods, in particular, underscored the need for robust early warning systems and effective evacuation plans due to the severe flooding and infrastructural damage they caused, prompting the integration of comprehensive DRRM protocols . The geographical vulnerability and past devastation experiences have compelled local authorities to implement strategic planning, enhance community alertness, and ensure coordination among government entities, focusing on preventive measures and emergency response .
Sto. Rosario Elementary School has implemented several adaptive measures to address the threat of natural disasters, particularly typhoons and floods. The school is part of a comprehensive disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM) plan, which includes response activities such as notifying teams to take immediate actions, conducting needs assessments, and promoting alternative learning modes . Furthermore, the school also creates temporary learning spaces and distributes teaching materials to ensure education continuity post-disaster . Additionally, the school acts as a main communication hub through its Emergency Operations Center, which coordinates municipal-wide response efforts .
The image of the Sto. Rosario holds significant historical and cultural value for the residents of Sto. Rosario Pau. It is a 15-inch ivory statue that was seen floating in the river by Santiago Miranda, also known as Apung Tiago, during the Japanese invasion. Since then, the image has been integral to local religious and cultural events, such as Holy Week, Christmas, and town fiestas, where it is borrowed by the community to be enthroned in their chapel made of bamboo, nipa, and pawid. Over time, the place came to be known as Manggang Pau, and the image itself as Sto. Rosario Pau, highlighting its deep-rooted symbolism in the community's identity and spiritual life .