Mayor Carmelo ‘Pogi’ Lazatin Jr. on July 24, 2024 has ordered the evacuation of all households near riverbanks and creeks throughout Angeles City.

He has instructed Angeles City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Officer (ACDRRMO) Rudy Simeon to lead the said evacuation.

Mayor Lazatin said in the event of an emergency, the city government, thru the ACDRRMO, is ready to respond to any rescue, evacuation, and clearing operations.

“Mainam na maging alerto at handa po tayo, kaya pinapairal natin ang evacuation,” Lazatin said.

This is in line with the latest weather bulletin, from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), where Angeles City was placed under Orange Warning.

According to Simeon, the ACDRRMO is closely monitoring the major river channels in Angeles City, the Abacan River and Sapang Balen Creek.
The ACDRRMO is in continuous coordination with the 33 Barangay Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Councils for any alerts in case of Typhoon Carina’s onslaught.

Lazatin wants to ensure everyone’s safety in the event of emergencies like strong winds toppling down certain obstructions.