Following the alarm, students vacated classrooms and buildings, proceeding to designated open spaces away from tall objects and collapsible foundations, especially around the area where construction is underway.
Students were visibly scattered throughout the open spaces inside the campus, some calm, others confused, and the rest kept still on their feet as the alarm continued to blare for a couple of minutes.
Jan, a BS Accountancy student admitted that being informed in advance through an online announcement made the earthquake drill feel less urgent and surprising.
“Unfortunately, the procedures they posted on their online page did not align with the steps taken on the actual emergency drill today.”
She also emphasized the need for students to cooperate fully with authorities and follow the Emergency Alarm Response Procedures, ensuring that everyone is informed about the necessary measures to ensure safety in times of crisis.
“Considering the simultaneous earthquake occurrence last October, needed jud ni siya (earthquake drill) para ma ready ang mga tawo.”
Several students shared similar sentiments about the conduct of the earthquake drill, noting that there was only little to moderate cooperation among participants. Despite this, many acknowledged that the activity was a proactive and essential measure, recognizing the real possibility of an actual disaster occurring.
To conclude the simulated emergency earthquake drill, the school assured that an emergency ambulance and rescue team will be available in the event of an actual earthquake on campus. This was demonstrated after the second and third alarms, when an ambulance was dispatched to patrol the campus and assist in simulating field operations and response protocols.
Written by Tresha Angelica De Villa
Proofread by Harris Donmoen Iligan
Photo by Ezer Neil Pasco
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