CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Philippines — November 5, 2026 — SM CDO Malls strengthens its commitment to safety and disaster preparedness as SM CDO Downtown and SM City CDO Uptown participate in the 3rd Quarter 2026 Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) today at 9:00 AM.
Led by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) and the Office of Civil Defense (OCD), the quarterly drill promotes earthquake awareness, preparedness, and coordinated emergency response.
As part of the exercise, SM CDO Malls activates its emergency protocols and guides employees, tenants, and agency personnel through proper earthquake response procedures. Participants practice “Duck, Cover, and Hold” before proceeding to designated evacuation and assembly areas, with mall security, emergency response teams, and medical personnel on standby.
The activity also highlights SM CDO Malls’ partnership with government and emergency response agencies, particularly the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), in strengthening emergency response capabilities through regular drills and training.
Through continuous preparedness initiatives and collaborative efforts, SM CDO Malls reinforces a culture of safety and resilience, helping ensure that everyone is ready to respond calmly and effectively during emergencies.
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