EARTH HOUR 2011

WHAT IS EARTH HOUR???

During Earth Hour, households and businesses are encouraged to turn off their lights and non-essential appliances for one hour in the evening. This includes famous landmarks which, by having their lights turned off, make a strong statement about how much energy we use every day, often unnecessarily.

The purpose of Earth Hour is to raise awareness of global issues, particularly in regard to our overuse of non-renewable resources, and resultant light and air pollution. In 2009, the third year of Earth Hour, WWF urged people around the world to VOTE EARTH and reach the target of 1 billion votes by the time world leaders for the Global Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen, Denmark, in December 2009. At this meeting, government policies to take action against global warming were to be decided.SOURCE: WWW.ANSWER.COM

SWITCH OFF YOUR LIGHTS AT 8:30 PM TO 9:30 PM, MARCH 26, 2011 AT YOUR OWN PERSPECTIVE LOCAL TIME.

HELPFUL TIPS ON EARTHQUAKE SAFETY

PREPARE

Step 1: Secure it now!

Reducing and/or eliminating hazards throughout your home, neighborhood, workplace and school can greatly reduce your risk of injury or death following the next earthquake or other disaster. Conduct a "hazard hunt" to help identify and fix things such as unsecured televisions, computers, bookcases, furniture, unstrapped water heaters, etc. Securing these items now will help to protect you tomorrow.

Step 2: Make a plan

Planning for an earthquake, terrorist attack, or other emergency is not much different from planning for a party or vacation. Make sure that your emergency plan includes evacuation and reunion plans; your out-of-state contact person's name and number; the location of your emergency supplies and other pertinent information. By planning now, you will be ready for the next emergency.

Step 3: Make disaster kits

Everyone should have disaster supplies kits stored in accessible locations at home, at work and in your vehicle. Having emergency supplies readily available can reduce the impact of an earthquake, a terrorist incident or other emergency on you and your family. Your disaster supplies kits should include food, water, flashlights, portable radios, batteries, a first aid kit, cash, extra medications, a whistle, fire extinguisher, etc.

Step 4: Is your place safe?

Most houses are not as safe as they could be. Whether you are a homeowner or a renter, there are things that you can do to improve the structural integrity of your home. Some of the things that you might consider checking include inadequate foundations, unbraced cripple walls, soft first stories, unreinforced masonry and vulnerable pipes. Consult a contractor or engineer to help you identify your building's weaknesses and begin to fix them now.

PROTECT

Step 5: DROP, COVER, and HOLD ON!

Learn what to do during an earthquake, whether you're at home, at work, at school or just out and about. Taking the proper actions, such as "Drop, Cover, and Hold On", can save lives and reduce your risk of death or injury. During earthquakes, drop to the floor, take cover under a sturdy desk or table, and hold on to it firmly. Be prepared to move with it until the shaking stops.

RECOVER

Step 6: Check it out!

One of the first things you should do following a major disaster is to check for injuries and damages that need immediate attention. Make sure you are trained in first aid and in damage assessment techniques. You should be able to administer first aid and to identify hazards such as damaged gas, water, sewage and electrical lines. Be prepared to report damage to city or county government.

 

Step 7: Communicate and recover!

Following a major disaster, communication will be an important step in your recovery efforts. Turn on your portable radio for information and safety advisories. If your home is damaged, contact your insurance agent right away to begin your claims process. For most presidentially declared disasters, resources will also be available from federal, state, and local government agencies. 

SOURCE: WWW.EARTHQUAKECOUNTRY.INFO

ARMM OBSERVES "BANGSAMORO DAY" - A COPY OF MEMORANDUM ORDER

MEMORANDUM

Office Order No. 016

Series of 2011

TO                   :           ALL LINE AGENCIES

                                    OFFICES/BUREAUS

                                    LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS and

                                    CONSTITUENTS

                                    Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao

                        :           THE ACTING REGIONAL GOVERNOR

SUBJECT        :           DECLARING MARCH 18, AS SPECIAL

             

                                    NON-WORKING HOLIDAY

DATE              :           March 9, 2011

Pursuant to MMA Act No. 67 series of 1998, an act declaring March 18 of every year and thereafter as “BANGSAMORO DAY”, March 18 (Friday) of this year is hereby declared as a Special Non-Working Holiday in the entire Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.

All government employees and constituents of ARMM are hereby enjoined to commemorate this event in a manner appropriate for the occasion.

For information and guidance.

BY AUTHORITY OF THE

ACTING REGIONAL GOVERNOR

(SGD.) ATTY. NAGUIB G. SINARIMBO

Executive Secretary




FOR MORE RELATED NEWS ABOUT BANGSAMORO DAY YOU MAY CLICK THIS LINK: http://www.mb.com.ph/node/116505

COTABATO CITY: MARCH IS RABIES AWARENESS MONTH

RABIES IN MAN

A highly fatal disease caused by a virus from the saliva of an infected animal and is characterized by hydrophobia, muscle spasm and paralysis.

The rabies virus is transmitted to man through bite by an infected animal, usually the dog, or through contamination with virus laden saliva on breaks in the skin and of the eyes, lips and mouth.

WHEN BITTEN BY A DOG

1.    Wash the wound immediately with soap and water.

2.    Consult a physician or call the nearest Animal Bite Center.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES OF PET OWNERS

1.    Have your dog regularly vaccinated against rabies starting at 3 months of age and every year thereafter.

2.    Maintain a registration card which shall contain all vaccinations conducted for accurate record purposes.

3.    Submit your dog for mandatory registration.

4.    Maintain control over your dog and do not allow it to roam the streets or any public places without a leash.

5.    Be a responsible owner by providing your dog with proper grooming, adequate food and clean shelter.

6.    Within 24 hours, report immediately any dog biting incident to the concerned officials for any appropriate action and place such dog under observation by a government or private veterinarian.

RABIES IN ANIMALS

Rabies is a dangerous disease of animals transmissible to humans through bites of infected animals.

Rabies is transmitted to other animals through contact with virus-laden saliva by biting or licking.

SIGN OF CANINE RABIES

There are two forms of rabies:

A.   FURIOUS TYPE

1.    Change from friendly disposition into wild vicious behavior

2.    Whinning as if in pain

3.    Foaming of the mouth

4.    If on leash, bites objects within its reach, if caged, bites even the cage

5.    Difficulty in eating or drinking

6.    Restlessness

7.    Runs aimlessly; bites anyone or anything on its path

8.    Snaps at imaginary objects

B.   DUMB TYPE

1.    Becomes lethargic and depressed. Hides in dark, quite places, sluggish or sleepy.

2.    Refuses to eat

3.    Appears to be starting at a distant object

4.    The lower jaw drops, the tongues hangs, and salivates continuously

5.    Difficulty in swallowing / drinking

6.    Lameness

7.    Difficulty in breathing

8.    Dies suddenly without any signs

MANAGEMENT OF THE BITING DOG

1.    Restrain the dog with a leash or confine in a cage.

2.    Observe the dog for 14 days for any signs of rabies or submit the dog to a licensed veterinarian for observation.

3.    Do not kill the dog. It is better to wait for the dog to die naturally.

4.    If the dog dies within 14 days, call a veterinarian for proper submission of the sample to the nearest Diagnostic Laboratory.

COTABATO CITY: PAGANA KUTAWATO NATIVE RESTAURANT

Pagana Kutawato Restaurant – Experience the native cuisine and hospitality of Cotabato. Opens last February 3, 2011 now in fully operational and ready to serve you.

Pagana Kutawato native restaurant is very consistent on its restaurant design with its tables and chairs, food and ambiance. Indeed these are all a personal choice of the proprietor.

Experience the ambiance – among other restaurants here in the city Pagana kutawato is inimitable. Truly a native in nature. It felt like you’re out of the city. Very solemn, relaxing and no traffic congestions. No television just to get away with the urban tittle-tattle but WIFI hot zone for you get updated with your facebook or any other social networking you had. Bamboozle? Hehehe (laugh)

PAGANA CHICKEN LININGGIL

Experience the foods – most of the foods serve were authentic Filipino native delicacies. I’ve tried their Maguindanaon specialty the PAGANA CHICKEN (LININGGIL) a native chicken cooked in coconut extract, curry powder and a bit spicy. Wow awesome, love the taste. They also had Palapa as appetizer. Deep fried hito  (African) at a very reasonable price. For the coffee aficionados the native coffee Arabica at P40 only, fantastic taste likes a black coffee of starbucks. Perfect pair for Kumukunsi – a pancake mixture with a bit of royal true orange and cook like a chicken intestine. Coffee Arabica and Kumukunsi really compliments with each other. You must try this.

KUMUKUNSI AND COFFEE ARABICA

They also had two function rooms. Pagana Social that can accommodate up to 75 persons while the Pagana Royale can accommodate at least 25 persons.

Visit and experience Pagana Kutawato Native Restaurant at Rufo Mañara Street, Rosary Heights XI, Cotabato City. For any queries and reservation you may call them  at 0927-2922 689

SYNCHRONIZATION OF THE ARMM ELECTION, FOR BETTER OR WORST?

PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE PROPOSED SYNCHRONIZATION OF THE ARMM ELECTION 
March 21, 2011
Marawi City 

• Listen to the voices of populace in ARMM (NOT to the WILL of the POLITICIANS)

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• What is this forums all about, FORMALITY? COMPLIANCE?

• What do you mean by AUTONOMY?

The power or right of self-government; self-government, or political independence, of a city or a state. (source: http://thinkexist.com/dictionary/meaning/autonomy/)

• The AUTONOMOUS REGION IN MUSLIM MINDANAO? or the AUTONOMOUS REGION IN MALACAñANG MANEUVER?

 

  


say YES TO ELECTION and NO TO APPOINTMENT








A CALL FOR CLEAN 
 and HONEST ELECTION, the RIGHTEOUS MUST PREVAIL...

COTABATO CITY, MALONG SA MAGUINDANAO SHOW

As the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) share this year’s celebration or observance of the National Arts Month which falls in the whole month of February. Thru its Bureau on Cultural Heritage in cooperation with the Association of Maguindanaon Artist was mounted a variety show that was performed by the Kulintang Cultural ensemble by Mr. Mayk G. Kamid.

Mr. Mayk G. Kamid is the first mindanaon who receive an award from the Philippine Aliw Awards Foundation in Manila as Philippines Best Instrumental Artist in 2006 and the Cotabato City’s most illustrious son in Culture and Arts in 2009.

Featuring his much improved choreographed traditional dances and music, highlighted by a malong fashion show that was performed by his new discoveries in the fashion world of handsome, husky and hunky male fashion models sharing the limelight with the seemingly animated mannequin lady fashion models.

The show was entitled “Malong sa Maguindanao” a showcase of Maguindanaon traditional songs and dances featuring the versatile Maguindanaon malong in a fashion show. This breakthrough in cultural and fashion world happened last February 27, 2011 at 6pm at the Shariff Kabunsuan Cultural Complex.

SAYAW PINOY 2011 LEG TOUR WOW COTABATO CITY

Sayaw Pinoy is the longest-running National Arts Month project. In addition to  2011 as the ninth year of the National Committee on Dance to hold the said project. Among the years, Sayaw Pinoy has provided the Filipino people an overview of the colorful tradition of dances and movements in the country.

The National Committee on Dance, led by Shirley Halili-Cruz, will be presenting Sayaw Pinoy as its contribution to the National Arts Month celebration. This has been part of the Philippine International Arts Festival (PIAF) for the past eight years and the Sayaw Pinoy 2011 will be touring 21 key areas nationwide, including Cotabato City.

The National Arts Month is annually celebrated as per Presidential Proclamation 683 in 1991 declaring February as the National Arts Month. Accordingly, it is known as “a time for nationalism and pride in being a Filipino” through carefully planned events for the preservation and enrichment of the Filipino expression in the seven arts.

Sayaw Pinoy 2011 leg tour wow Cotabato City by a world renowned Halili Cruz School of Ballet, Kislap Sining Dance Troupe of Philippine Normal University, Noel Garovillo Dance Co. from Koronadal City and the X-treme Squad of Cotabato City.

 

source: NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR CULTURE AND THE ARTS and THE MINDANAO DAILY MIRROR