Enviro News Asia, San Fernando — The Provincial Government of Pampanga has intensified its disaster preparedness measures as Typhoon Uwan is forecast to bring strong winds and heavy rainfall across the province starting Sunday evening, November 9, 2025.
Government Action and Inspection
Vice Governor Dennis Pineda personally led an inspection of the province’s disaster response fleet on Saturday at the Provincial Engineering Office (PEO) compound to ensure all emergency assets are fully operational for possible deployment.
The inspection covered fire trucks, dump trucks, heavy equipment, rescue boats, and other emergency response units. Pineda also briefed rescue personnel, emphasizing strict adherence to safety standards and established operational protocols during emergencies.
After the inspection, the Vice Governor proceeded to the Command and Control Center, where he monitored real-time updates on the approaching typhoon through the center’s CCTV system, which provides situational awareness over coastal barangays and other potential high-risk areas.
Preparedness in High-Risk Communities
Preparations are also being reinforced in upland and landslide-prone communities, particularly in Barangay San Juan Baño, located at the foot of Mount Arayat. Local authorities have tested early warning devices, including sirens, and reviewed data from landslide sensors deployed around the mountain to detect early soil movements and guide timely evacuation efforts.
“Especially in San Juan Baño, we are facing a landslide risk. I have instructed the barangay captain to reannounce evacuation protocols and ensure residents prepare their go bags,” Vice Governor Pineda said.
Relief Operations and Logistics
To strengthen response capacity, the provincial government has prepositioned 36,287 relief packs and 60,760 canned goods, while sandbagging operations continue in flood-prone areas.
Evacuation centers across Pampanga have been prepared and stocked with food supplies, sleeping mats, blankets, and medical teams to assist displaced families in case evacuations become necessary.
As a precautionary measure, classes at all levels, both public and private, have been suspended on November 10–11, in anticipation of the typhoon’s impact.
Public Advisory
Vice Governor Pineda reiterated his call for vigilance and cooperation among Kapampangans, advising residents to avoid unnecessary travel and to secure their homes ahead of the storm.
“I’m appealing to everyone to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary. Secure any loose objects in your yards that could be blown away by strong winds and cause harm to others,” Pineda urged.
He further reminded the public to maintain communication lines with barangay officials and ensure that coordination from barangay to municipal and provincial levels remains open to facilitate a rapid and efficient disaster response.
Commitment to Safety and Coordination
The Pampanga provincial government continues to uphold its commitment to community safety and disaster resilience through early preparation, real-time monitoring, and close coordination among local government units and emergency agencies. (*)
