North Luzon aims for ‘zero casualty’ 6 SHARES Share it! Zero casualty targetIn Region 1, the Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (RDRRMC1) is aiming for a “zero casualty” in the provinces of Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Pangasinan, and La Union. Lagmay said storm surges occur along coastal areas just as the eye of the typhoon passes the area. In this case, it may accompany the typhoon as Ompong hits Cagayan and Isabela, according to PAGASA,” he said. Citing the protocol in past typhoons, NGCP North Luzon Public Affairs Officer Lilibeth Gaydowen said there is no need to cut off power when the typhoon passes.

Source: Manila Bulletin September 14, 2018 15:00 UTC