Emergency response teams in Lapu-Lapu City and Mandaue City have shifted to high alert as Typhoon Tino gains strength and moves toward the Central Visayas region. Local government units have activated their disaster risk reduction and management councils, implementing precautionary measures to protect residents from the approaching super typhoon.
Immediate School Suspensions and Government Response
In a decisive move, Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Junard "Ahong" Chan announced the suspension of all classes at all levels for both public and private schools. The city's disaster management office has been placed on 24-hour monitoring duty, closely tracking Typhoon Tino's development and projected path.
Mandaue City has mirrored these preparations, with Mayor Jonas Cortes mobilizing emergency response teams and ensuring all necessary equipment and personnel are ready for deployment. Both cities have established emergency evacuation centers and prepared relief goods for potential distribution.
Public Safety Advisory and Emergency Protocols
Local authorities have issued critical safety guidelines for residents:
- Secure loose outdoor items that could become hazardous in strong winds
- Avoid unnecessary travel during the typhoon's passage
- Prepare emergency kits containing food, water, medications, and important documents
- Monitor official updates from PAGASA and local government social media channels
- Identify nearest evacuation centers and prepare for possible relocation
Coastal Community Precautions
Special attention is being given to coastal and low-lying areas vulnerable to storm surges and flooding. Fisherfolk and residents in these zones have been advised to take extra precautions and prepare for possible preemptive evacuation if weather conditions deteriorate rapidly.
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) continues to monitor Typhoon Tino's intensity and trajectory, providing regular updates to local government units and the public.
Emergency hotlines have been activated in both cities, with response teams positioned strategically throughout Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue to address any weather-related emergencies promptly.
