27/08/2026
๐ง๏ธ FLOOD AWARENESS: A REMINDER FOR THE PEOPLE OF LOBOC
Recent devastating flooding in other parts of the world like Nepal reminds us of an important reality: floodwaters can rise rapidly, and disasters can happen with little warning.
Here in Loboc, Bohol, our community is closely connected to the Loboc River and its surrounding watershed. While the river is an important part of our municipalityโs identity, livelihood, and tourism, areas along rivers, creeks, and low-lying portions of the municipality may also become vulnerable during periods of intense or prolonged rainfall.
The Provincial Government of Boholโs recent assessment of the Loboc River Tourism System identified flooding and intensified rainfall among the risks that need to be addressed, highlighting the importance of strengthening disaster preparedness, protecting waterways and riverbanks, and improving the resilience of communities along the river.
โ ๏ธ LET US NOT WAIT FOR A FLOOD TO PREPARE.
During periods of heavy or continuous rainfall, everyone is encouraged to:
๐ง๏ธ Stay informed. Monitor official weather forecasts, flood advisories, and announcements from local authorities.
๐ Observe the river and waterways. Unusual or rapidly rising water levels should be treated seriously.
๐ซ Do not cross flooded roads, bridges, rivers, or streams. Even seemingly shallow, fast-moving water can be dangerous.
๐ Know your risk. Families living near rivers, creeks, and low-lying areas should know where they can evacuate if necessary.
๐ Prepare an emergency kit. Keep essential medicines, drinking water, food, flashlights, important documents, and other necessities ready.
๐ข Follow evacuation instructions. If authorities advise residents to move to safer areas, do not wait until floodwaters become dangerous.
๐ค Look after one another. Check on children, senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and other members of the community who may need assistance during an emergency.
Loboc is not currently being declared under a flood emergency by this reminder. This is an appeal for preparedness and vigilance, particularly during periods of heavy rainfall.
Disasters cannot always be prevented, but being prepared can save lives.
Let us work together to keep our families, our communities, and our beloved Loboc safe.
MAG-ANDAM. MAGBANTAY. MAGTINABANGAY.
An informed and prepared community is a safer community.