THE Office of Civil Defense (OCD) wrapped up this year’s National Disaster Resilience Month (NDRM) with an awarding ceremony recognizing the country’s top emergency responders and resilience advocates.
Held at the Seda Hotel in Quezon City, the event highlighted the 2nd Rescuelympics and the 3rd Dangal Bantayog ng Katatagan, both aimed at honoring individuals, local governments, and response teams that have shown exceptional commitment to disaster preparedness and risk reduction.
Defense Undersecretary Pablo Lorenzo, representing Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr., served as guest of honor and keynote speaker.
OCD acting chief Bernardo Rafaelito Alejandro IV cited the dedication of disaster risk reduction and management workers and volunteers across the country.
