Department of Science and Technology Secretary Mario G. Montejo (2nd from right) hands over to Agusan Del Norte Governor and Caraga Regional Development Council Chair Sol Matugas (3rd from right) copies of the Reference for Emergency and Disaster (RED) preparedness handbook, a collection of information on various natural hazards in the Philippines, early warning signs, high resolution hazard maps, and the preparations needed when disasters strike. The RED Book is presented in an easy-to-read format with informative photos and attractive graphics to help people become aware of the present hazards in their localities. Also in photo are (from right) DOST Undersecretary for Regional Operations Carol M. Yorobe, RDC Vice Chairperson and Regional Director of NEDA- Caraga Mylah Faye Aurora B. Carino, Regional Director of DOST Caraga Dominga B. Mallonga, and DOST Assistant Secretary Raymund E. Liboro. The DOST RED Book is available upon request at the DOST-Science and Technology Information Institute. (Photo by Henry De Leon, S&T Media Service, DOST-STII)
