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Manila, Oct. 19 -- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. advised Filipinos to shift from panic to preparation as a string of earthquakes continues to hit various parts of the country.
Disaster survival begins at home, the President said.
"Unang-una, magplano. Magkaroon ng plano at alam ng bawat miyembro ng pamilya kung ano 'yung plano na 'yun ... Saan ang evacuation area? Saan tayo tatakbo? Saan ang meeting place kapag lumindol (First, make a plan. Every family member should know where to run and where to meet when an earthquake hits)," Marcos said in his latest vlog aired Sunday.
He said households must identify safe zones before disaster strikes, including common meeting points inside and outside the home.
Beyond planning, Marcos reiterat...