DRRM Council Recommends Early IDPs Decampment in La Carlota
BACOLOD CITY – The Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Council has urged the early decampment of several Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) from evacuation centers to allow schools in La Carlota City to resume classes fully. This move comes in response to growing calls from the education sector, parents, and students who want to restore normal learning schedules before the June 16 school opening.
In a meeting held on June 10 at the city Social Hall, the DRRM Council advised Mayor Rex Jalando-on, acting as DRRMC chairman, to allow IDPs residing outside the six-kilometer Permanent Danger Zone (PDZ) to return home by June 13. These include 257 families or 890 individuals from Sitios Bais, Batacon, and Labinsawan in Barangay Yubo, as well as Sitios Nailab and Tinin-awan in Barangay Ara-al.
Education Disruption Due to Evacuation Centers
For nearly six months, IDPs have been staying at La Carlota South Elementary School II, La Carlota North Elementary School, and La Carlota City College-Cubay Campus. This situation limited face-to-face classes to only two days weekly. The DRRM Council believes that early IDPs decampment will free these schools, enabling them to fully reopen by June 16 and reduce the prolonged disruption to education.
The council also highlighted that restoring regular school operations benefits not only traditional learners but also IDP students, who can now reintegrate into formal education.
Local Officials Ensure Smooth Transition
Mayor Jalando-on assured the community that the city government is taking all necessary steps to ensure a smooth transition for returning families and students. Meanwhile, 62 families or 226 individuals from Sitio Guintubdan, Barangay Ara-al, located within the six-kilometer PDZ, will be relocated to the City Evacuation Center for their safety.
The local government remains dedicated to supporting both families returning home and those who still need shelter, balancing recovery efforts with compassion and care.
For more news and updates on disaster management and education, visit Filipinokami.com.