SM City Mindpro Strengthens Community Preparedness in Nationwide Earthquake Drill

 

SM City Mindpro joined the 3rd Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) on September 11 at 4:00 PM, reinforcing its commitment to safety and disaster preparedness.

 

At the sound of the alarm, employees, tenants, and mall-goers carried out the “duck, cover, and hold” procedure and calmly evacuated to designated safe zone located at Campaner Street. The drill was conducted smoothly, demonstrating the mall community’s cooperation and readiness in case of an actual emergency.

 

For shoppers, the exercise was both a learning experience and a reassurance. “It’s comforting to know that SM prioritizes safety, not just business,” said one customer who joined the drill. Tenants and mall staff also noted how the activity gave them confidence to respond properly in real-life situations.

 

SM City Mindpro’s participation forms part of SM Supermalls’ Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) program, which ensures that malls remain safe spaces for communities during natural disasters.

 

“By taking part in this nationwide drill, we are equipping our employees, tenants, and customers with life-saving knowledge while strengthening a culture of preparedness,” said Aileen Ann Villa-Enriquez, SM City Mindpro Mall Manager.

 

With earthquake preparedness being crucial in disaster-prone areas like the Philippines, SM City Mindpro’s participation reflects its role as a partner in resilience-building and community safety.

SM City Mindpro joins the national simultaneous earthquake drill

In response to the call of the national government to engage in the simultaneous earthquake drill, SM City Mindpro gathered their employees, tenants, affiliates, and agency personnel for the conduct of the National Simultaneous Earthquake Drill on September 26.

At exactly 9AM, rumbling sound was played in the PA system of the mall signaling the start of the drill. All SM employees, tenants, and agency personnel performed “duck, cover and hold” position under payment counters, sturdy tables/seats, and the like.

Marshals led the evacuation of the premise and the assembly at the evacuation area located at the ground level carpark building. Clearing operations were also conducted to ensure nobody was left in the building.

The program is in line with the 3^rd Quarter National Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) where the government calls on all its agencies and units and urges private sector participation in preparation for disasters such as earthquakes. The activity also seeks to educate the public on disaster preparedness. (PR)