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Guidelines in the Management of Disaster and
Relief Operations
TYPHOON SAFETY AND RESPONSE CHECKLIST
TSUNAMI SAFETY AND RESPONSE CHECKLIST
The PNP Search and Rescue Uniform and Equipment
Lesson 8
TYPHOON SAFETY AND RESPONSE CHECKLIST
With an average of twenty (20) tropical storms traversing

the Philippines every year, the devastating effects caused by
this natural disaster have resulted in the dislocation of
thousands of families, loss of many lives, massive
destruction to properties and agricultural products and have
tremendously affected the country’s economy.
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration
(PAGASA) releases tropical cyclone warnings in the form of Public Storm Warning
Signals (PSWS), classified as follows:
Signal # 1 - Tropical cyclone winds of 30 km/h to 60 km/h are expected

within the next 36 hours. (Note: If a tropical cyclone forms very close to
the area, then a shorter lead time is seen on the warning bulletin.).
w/in the next 24 hrs.
within the next 18 hours.
Signal # 4 - Tropical cyclone winds of greater than 185 km/h are expected
within 12 hours.
1. Preparations for an Impending Typhoon/Tropical Storm:
 Coordinate with PAG-ASA, NDRRMC and other government agencies;

 Activation of Disaster Incident Management Task Groups in areas expected to
be hit by the serious weather disturbance prior to the expected landfall;
 Declaration of full disaster response status of PNP units in affected area until
the situation normalizes;
 Employ alarm and warning systems as stipulated under DILG MC 2009-165:
- Patrol car sirens
- Ringing of church bells
- Use of megaphones
 Coordinate with local DRRMC for advisory and to support its disaster response;
 Activation of Command Post by Task Groups whose area is hit by the disaster;
 Assist in forced relocation/pre-emptive evacuation of residents in
flood-prone areas in coordination with corresponding LDRRMC
 Institute police visibility in vacated areas;
 Provide security at designated Evacuation Centers;
 Ensure readiness of the SAR equipment and supplies (ex. Rubber
boat, utility rope, floating device, multi-tool items, flashlights
with extra battery, communications equipment, first aid kit,
sugar-high food, etc..)
2. Actions During a Tropical Storm:
 Assist in the imposition of forced relocation in coordination with
the local DRRMC of remaining residents to evacuation centers;
 Deploy SAR assets for timely and rapid disaster response
according to needs in the area;
 Maintain contact with lower, adjacent and higher units;
 Conduct Search and Rescue operations;
 Provide medical assistance; and
 Adjacent PNP units/offices to assist severely affected areas.
3. Actions After a Tropical Storm:
 Assist in the conduct of relief operations in coordination with
concerned agencies;
 Assist concerned agencies in the conduct of medical assistance;
 Ensure continued presence of security personnel in evacuation
centers;
 Assist in the clearing of major routes from debris and obstacles;
 Provide traffic assistance along critical routes; and
 Allow residents to return home only when officials have declared
the area safe.
TSUNAMI SAFETY AND RESPONSE CHECKLIST
Tsunamis are a series of large ocean waves generated by major
earthquakes beneath the ocean floor or major landslides into the
ocean. When the waves enter shallow water, they may rise to
several feet or, in rare cases, tens of feet, striking the coast with
devastating force. People on the beach or in low coastal areas
need to be aware that a tsunami could arrive within minutes after
a severe earthquake. The tsunami danger period can continue for
many hours after a major earthquake. A tsunami can occur during
any season of the year and at any time, day or night.
Signs that a tsunami may occur or imminent;
 Strong earthquake lasting 20 seconds or more near
the coast.
 A noticeable rapid rise or fall in coastal waters.
1. Upon receiving advisory that a tsunami is imminent,
PNP units/elements in areas likely to be hit shall
undertake the following:
 Coordinate with PHIVOLCS, NDRRMC and other government agencies;
 Alert residents thru previously established warning system; - Patrol car
sirens - Ringing of church bells - Use of megaphones
 Undertake immediate evacuation using the pre-designated escape
routes towards designated evacuation centers or to higher grounds in
coordination with concerned government agencies;
 Provide security at designated evacuation centers;
 As the situation may require, activate Disaster Incident Management
Task Group (as per LOI 35/10 Saklolo Revised );
 Provide traffic advisory to prevent motorists from
entering the danger zone/restricted areas;
 Maintain peace and order;
 Maintain contact with lower, adjacent and higher
units; and
 Assist in the dissemination of sea travel advisory to
sea crafts.
2. Actions When a Tsunami Occurs:
 Assist in the imposition of forced relocation of remaining
residents to evacuation centers;
 Get to higher ground as far inland as possible;
 Avoid watching a tsunami approaching. It could put you in
grave danger. If you can see the wave, you are too close to
escape it; and
 Adjacent PNP units/offices to assist severely affected
areas.
3. Actions After a Tsunami:
 Deploy SAR assets for rapid disaster response according to
needs in the area in coordination with the local DRRMC;
 Maintain contact with lower, adjacent and higher units;
 Adjacent PNP units/offices to assist severely affected areas;
 Assist in the conduct of relief operations and medical
assistance in coordination with concerned government
agencies;
 Ensure continued presence of security personnel in
evacuation centers;
 Assist in the clearing of major routes from debris and
obstacles;
 Provide traffic assistance along critical routes; and
 Allow residents to return home only when officials
have declared the area safe.
The PNP Search and Rescue Uniform and Equipment
1. Standard PNP Search and Rescue Uniform Upper

Garment:
Athletic T-Shirt (Blue T-shirt round neck with
“PULIS” marking) Lower Garment: Camouflage Green
with Combat Boots
Note: - Hard Hats (helmets) may be worn during
collapsed structure search and rescue.
Field (Lousy) hats may be used during outdoor SAR
operations.
Standard PNP Search and Rescue Equipment 2. Unit Equipment.
Each PNP SAR Team shall be equipped with the PNP Search and
Rescue Blue Box containing the following items:
3. Individual PNP SAR Equipment: Each PNP SAR Team member shall
carry with him a Backpack containing the following items:

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Guidelines in the Management of Disaster and

With an average of twenty (20) tropical storms traversing

Signal # 1 - Tropical cyclone winds of 30 km/h to 60 km/h are expected

 Coordinate with PAG-ASA, NDRRMC and other government agencies;

1. Standard PNP Search and Rescue Uniform Upper

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