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DPWH orders rapid assessment of government buildings
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has ordered a rapid assessment of buildings affected by the magnitude 6.9 earthquake in Cebu province.
DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon emphasized the need to clear national roads in severely hit areas like Bogo City and other LGUs in northern Cebu, with many already cleared.
The agency is also fast-tracking structural assessments, particularly for bridges in the province.
DPWH Undersecretary Arrey Perez stated that the initial assessment would be followed by efforts on resiliency designs and enforcement of the building code.
The directive also requires building officials to submit a comprehensive damage report within 15 days.
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