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Earthquake Resilience Conference May 20, 2015: Summary of Discussions and Action Points Ernesto D. Garilao May 21 2015 Tower Club, Makati City

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Earthquake Resilience ConferenceMay 20, 2015: Summary of Discussions and Action Points Ernesto D. Garilao May 21 2015 Tower Club, MakatiCity Earthquake Resilience Conference (May 20 2015, Manila Polo Club) Attended by over 200 participants from government, business sector, civil society organizations, media Program was designed to identify the gaps in disaster preparedness and response; and the areas where collaboration and coordination are needed Plenary Discussion Risk Scenario: Hazards, Exposure and Vulnerabilities Mapping PHIVOLCS, NDRRMC, Manila Observatory InfrastructureDPWH, Shell Philippines, PLDT, Meralco, Aboitiz Power Local GovernanceMayor Herbert Bautista of Quezon City,Disaster Management Officers of Pasig and Makati Cities Break-out Discussion Groups Basic Social Services DSWD, DOH, Habitat for Humanity, Phil. Seven Corp Search, Rescue,and Retrieval MMDA, AFP, TextFire Brigade Peace and Order, and Emergency Information Management PNP, Rappler Family and Community-Based Social Protection PDRF, RMAF, ADMU, CARD-MRI,CARITAS, Christian Aid Mission Valley Fault System directly transects the following Metro Manila Cities: Quezon City Marikina Pasig Makati Taguig Muntinlupa Valley Fault System Disaster Scenario Surrounding provinces will also be greatly affected by the West Valley Fault Earthquake. Source: Earthquake Hazards and Risk Scenario for Metro Manila and Vicinity: The Need for Whole of Society Preparedness. Solidum, Renato Jr., PHIVOLCS, [powerpoint presentation] May 20 2015 Highly Vulnerable Areas Type of VulnerabilityArea Flammability and Evacuation Difficulty Navotas Bay Area Manila North Port Area South Eastern Manila City Area Central ManilaBay Area Building Collapse and Evacuation Difficulty North Eastern Quezon City Area Western Marikina CityArea Eastern Pasig City Area Muntinlupa Laguna Bay Area Mandaluyong-Makati City Border Area Flammability Valenzuela-Caloocan South- Quezon City west intersection Evacuation Difficulty Metro Manila Northern Fringe Taguig Fringe Las Pinas Fringe Source: MMEIRS, 2004 Disaster Scenario National Command Structure Source: National Risk Reduction and Management Framework and Command Structure. Pama, Alexander, OCD-NDRRMC, [powerpoint presentation] May 20 2015 Before a catastrophic earthquake happens, how should we prepare? Current InitiativesCurrent GapsWay Forward National Government (OCD, NDRRMC, AFP) National and regional policy and coordination mechanism frameworks Enabling unity of command PPP protocols and guidelines on emergency response Inter-agency coordination mechanisms (i.e. AFP and PNP) Integration of disaster response plans with different sectors Strengthening public-private sector collaboration by investing in pre-disaster resiliency efforts Local Government Units (QC, Makati, Pasig) Institutionalized disaster preparedness, response plans Presence of active disaster management offices Inadequate response capability (vis--vis estimated deaths, injured, damages) Inter-city coordination and collaboration for collective action Strengthening community-level disaster response capabilities Non-state partners and externalorganizations Business continuity plans Enabling volunteer organizations to respond to emergencies Institutional partnerships between the private sector and civil society organizations Reinforcement of coordination and collaboration among sectors Estimated Casualties and Damages forMakati City, Pasig City, and Quezon City Estimated Dead Estimated Seriously Injured Individuals Estimated No. of Collapsed Buildings Estimated Fire Burnout Areas and Buildings Estimated No. of VulnerableIndividuals (MMEIRS, 2004)City Data, 2014 Makati City 2,3007,5008,900 53 hA/ 2,000 bldgs 12,000 Pasig City 3,40011,80022,800 35 hA/ 2,200 bldgs 23,000 Quezon City 5,50018,70025,800 115 hA/ 4,900 bldgs 120,000 Sources: MMEIRS, 2004; Quezon City/Pasig City/Makati City 2014 StatisticsBefore a catastrophic earthquake happens, how should we prepare? ClusterIdentified IssuesWay Forward Infrastructure, Telecommunications, Power Immediate restoration of transmission lines and transportation networks (Meralco) Immediate access to fuel supply (Shell) Retrofitting of key infrastructure and telecommunication installations (PLDT) Review current inter-institution cooperation and procurementarrangements Food and WaterImmediate sourcing of relief supplies from local and international organizations, suppliers and retailers Public-private coordination mechanisms for supply chain sourcing and management ShelterExpected displacement of5 million people in Metro Manila Identification of areas for evacuation, temporary shelter, and permanent relocation Emergency Health Services Expected difficulty in managing large scale health emergencies(given estimated 35,000 deaths and 600,000 injured) Resiliency of local health systems ClusterIdentified IssuesWay Forward Emergency Information Management Scientific information not easily understood by community Mediaawareness to the humanitarian assistance and disaster response Peace and OrderOnly a fraction of the force will able to carry out its duties as policemen will be affected Protection of businesses and homes Integrating and harmonizing response procedures and incident command systems of regional NCRPOs, AFP,and local governments Pre-determined operation centers and response procedures based on the contingency plan Search, Rescue, & Retrieval Expected lag time of 72 hours in response time from other rescue units outside Metro Manila Mutual aid and self-help among communities Family and Community Based Social Protection (5 Million Vulnerable Population) Lack of resources to fund community resiliencyPartnerships between private sector, civil society and humanitarian organizations Enabling community risk governance Before a catastrophic earthquake happens, how should we prepare? Implications for the Business Sector Enabling employees and their families to help themselves within the 48-72 hours after a catastrophic disaster Self-help and mutual aid Assessing and protecting company assets retrofitting essential infrastructure and installation for immediate restoration and access to power, telecommunications, transportation, businesses Area business continuity working with surrounding communities and communities within the supply chain Paradigm Shift: Moving Forward to the New Normal Employee, Family, and Community Resiliency Protection of employees Resumption of business operations Protection of business assets Disaster Preparedness and Response Plans Preparedness and Response Plans Key Clusters Roles/ Responsibilities Action Protocol & Joint Programs GOVERNMENT DRRMPs National Govt Local Govt AFP Hazard, exposure and vulnerabilities mapping Infrastructure Basic Social Services Search, Rescue and Retrieval Peace & Order; Emergencyinformation dissemination Community-based Social Protection Financial & Insurance Services Sector Who does What When How

With Whom Inter-sectoral command and control protocol Pre-disaster procurement Retail outlets distribution of essential goods Public-private partnerships in logistics, infrastructure repair, etc. Self-help and community assistanceagreements NON-STATE ACTORS Business Sector NGOs Community Associations Media

EXTERNALPARTNERS How the Business Community Relate to Other Sectors: Collaboration and Coordination Government National Regional Provincial City Municipality Barangay Business Community PDRF, CNDR Business associations, e.g. MBC, MAP, Industry Associations Financial services sector Civil Society NGOs Church Media Community-based organizations Scientific and technicalbodies Academe External Partners UN System Intl humanitarian agencies NGOs/ CSOs Bilateral partners ACROSSSECTORS WITHIN SECTORS