Norala, South Cotabato — October 10, 2025
Following the powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake that shook Mindanao this morning, the Norala Mayor suspends work and classes in both public and private offices for October 10, 2025, as part of precautionary safety measures.
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The order was made official through Executive Order No. 29, signed by Mayor Clemente B. Fedoc, directing the suspension of work and classes due to the strong tremors felt in Norala and nearby areas. The quake’s epicenter was recorded in the Davao Region, raising concerns about possible damage to government facilities, schools, and private establishments.
Ensuring Safety After the Earthquake
In the Executive Order, Norala Mayor suspends work to allow sufficient time for inspection of buildings and infrastructures that may have been affected by the earthquake. This decision aims to protect employees, students, and the general public while authorities assess the safety of critical facilities.
The Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), and school DRR coordinators were ordered to conduct immediate ocular inspections and submit their reports for monitoring and proper action.
Mayor Fedoc also emphasized the importance of caution, noting that aftershocks could occur and potentially endanger lives and property if preventive measures are not taken.
Official Coordination and Structural Checks
Through this measure, the Norala Mayor suspends work not only as a safety precaution but also to facilitate rapid coordination among municipal offices. The Municipal Engineer’s Office and other related departments were tasked to perform structural assessments of schools, government buildings, and public facilities before normal operations resume.
The Executive Order took effect immediately upon signing on October 10, 2025, at the Municipal Hall of Norala, South Cotabato.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Bakit sinuspinde ni Norala Mayor ang trabaho at klase?
Sinuspinde ito para sa kaligtasan ng publiko matapos ang 7.6 magnitude na lindol na posibleng nagdulot ng structural damage sa mga gusali at paaralan.
2. Kailan epektibo ang suspensyon?
Epektibo ang kautusan sa October 10, 2025, batay sa Executive Order No. 29 na nilagdaan ni Mayor Clemente B. Fedoc.
3. Sino ang inatasang magsagawa ng inspeksyon?
Ang Municipal Engineer’s Office, MDRRMO, BFP, at mga school DRR coordinators ang mag-iinspeksyon at mag-aassess ng mga estruktura bago bumalik sa normal na operasyon.
4. Kailan maibabalik ang trabaho at klase sa Norala?
Ibabalik lamang kapag napatunayang ligtas na ang mga gusali base sa resulta ng ocular inspection at assessment reports.
Disclaimer
This article is based on Executive Order No. 29 issued by the Municipal Government of Norala. The purpose of this report is to inform the public that the Norala Mayor suspends work and classes for safety reasons following the October 10, 2025 earthquake. For official updates, refer to announcements from the Municipality of Norala and the Provincial Government of South Cotabato.
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