PHThe Philippine Daily Inquirer reports that the provincial government of South Cotabato has distributed rescue equipment to 60 public schools and 50 barangays as part of a P7-million disaster preparedness initiative. The distribution took place during the Provincial DRRM Summit in Koronadal City, aiming to enhance emergency response capabilities for earthquakes, accidents, and other crises. The equipment includes trauma kits, portable oxygen tanks, rescue helmets, and spine boards. Provincial DRRM Chief Rolly Doane Aquino highlighted that while schools have trained staff in first aid, they lacked essential tools. Principal Richard Celo of Surallah Central Elementary School noted the importance of the equipment, as his school previously could not afford critical items like spine boards and oxygen tanks. The program also extends to barangays to improve community-level disaster readiness.
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