First Congressional District of Surigao del
Norte representative Francisco T. Matugas acknowledges the importance of
science and technology in every human life during the “Iba na ang Panahon
Information, Education and Communication (IEC) campaign in Surigao City on
April 29. The campaign is very important for today as the world has drastically
changed over the years, Matugas said. (Gerie Mae G. Coco, PIA-Caraga)
DOST-PHIVOLCS director Renato U. Solidum said
that Philippines is prone to many natural hazards due to geologic and
geographic setting during the "Iba na ang Panahon: Science for Safer
Communities" early warning, early action forum held in one of the hotels
in Surigao City on April 29. Caraga has been affected with earthquakes and
hazards, Solidum said. (Gerie Mae G. Coco, PIA-Caraga)
Science and Technology Secretary Mario Montejo
during a press conference in line with the DOST’s launching of “Iba na ang
Panahon: Science for Safer Communities” campaign on April 29, in Surigao City.
Montejo said that everyone must be prepared to combat climate change and severe
weather events. (Gerie Mae G. Coco, PIA-Caraga)
