PROPONENT’S NAME: AUSTRIA RAPHAEL E

SCHEDULE OF SUBMISSION: JUNE 30 2020

PROPONENT’S TITLE/ TITLE NUMBER: ONE
THE NEW NORMAL CENTER: PROPOSED
Proposal Title / Title #1
EVACUATION COMPLEX IN ALFONSO
RATIONALE:
This is a critical period in our lives where everything is changing in a fast pace than we are
even expecting. Due to many incidents that happened just this mid-year, people are forced to live
in a new normal way to survive. Thus, even the structures needed in calamities like evacuation
centers need to adapt and make changes that is based on this “new normal”

Since the world constantly changes, the proponent must provide a new normal design
approach for the proposed evacuation center. Instead of just an evacuation center that the only
purpose is for calamities, the proponent decides to make it a complex structure that provides
multiple functions that will make it even more beneficial than the usual.

This project was conceptualized because of the need for a facility that will address the
previous incident that happened last year keeping in mind the “new normal” as the new standard
in designing the spaces. This could serve as a place where the citizenz can feel safe and
comfortable despite calamities. It was also the intent of this project to change the mindset of the
people regarding evacuation centers in the Philippines.
PROBLEM STATEMENT:
"A natural disaster is an act of nature of such magnitude as to create a catastrophic
situation in which the day-to-day patterns of life are suddenly disrupted and people are plunged
into helplessness and suffering, and, as a result, need food, clothing, shelter, medical and nursing
care and other necessities of life, and protection against unfavorable environmental factors and
conditions." Guide to sanitation in natural disasters WHO (1971).

Last January 2020 Taal Volcano eruption happened, as plume of ash damaged many
homes and properties people were forced to evacuate from their home to schools which became
the evacuation centers. Due to lack of evacuation center many government buildings and public
institutes were used as evacuation centers. Public schools are one of the most commonly used
evacuation shelter but according to DepEd Undersecretary Alain del Pascua, “ It also stands its
position that public schools are not to be used as evacuation centers in order to ensure the
continuity of education given in the worst calamity situation,”. The Taal Volcano eruption is just
one of many calamities that happens unexpectedly, and we must always prepare as it can occur
any time, and as it may give little or no warning.
 Figure 1.1 Taal Eruption Hazard Map
Source: Georisk

Seen in figure 1.1 are the combined hazard map layers showing the areas at risk of volcanic
tsunami, base surge, and ballistic projectiles from Taal Volcano's hazardous eruption. Since
Alfonso is one of the most accessible and is a safe area as seen above, it became an evacuation
place for the people that were affected by the eruption. Alfonso was one of the municipalities that
made a huge contribution during the calamity, but despite that, they still lack facilities that are
needed in that kind of situation. The reason why they used public schools as a substitute is because
they do not have evacuation centers that will house the need of the evacuees.

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

This part shall list down the related and relevant previous studies to the topic
of the study. Significant data and brief description of the related works and its
relevance to the study are gathered to strengthen the purpose and importance of the
Proposed project. This includes a synthesis of the cited local and foreign literature in
summary.

Related News, Guidelines and Editorial Articles

The presented articles and news clipping serves as a binder to strengthen the study about the
feasibility of the proposed evacuation center in Alfonso Cavite.
 1. REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES, PHILIPPINES NEWS AGENCY:
“ESTABLISHMENT OF PERMANENT EVACUATION CENTERS SOUGHT BY
JOSE CIELITO REGANIT’’, JANUARY 15, 2020
The author emphasizes about  the on-going eruption of Taal volcano, two senators on
renewed their call for the establishment of permanent evacuation centers in every municipality,
city, and province in the country to address the issues encountered by evacuees in times of
calamity.

The lawmaker has earlier filed Senate Bill No. 1228, or “An Act Establishing a Mandatory
Evacuation Center in all Cities, Provinces, and Municipalities, Appropriating Funds Therefor.”
Filed on December 10, 2019, the bill mandates that the permanent evacuation centers that will be
constructed should be designed to withstand super typhoons or wind speeds of at least 300
kilometres per hour and seismic activity of at least 8.0 magnitude. The evacuation centers shall be
well-ventilated and shall have the capacity to accommodate a large number of evacuees,
complete with sleeping quarters, separate shower and toilet facilities designated for males and
females, necessary amenities and accommodation for the disabled, food preparation areas and
health care areas among others.

On On the other hand, Senator Sherwin Gatchalian expressed concern that with no permanent
evacuation centers, the current situation might take a toll on the students and teachers in the long
run since many schools are being utilized as temporary shelters for displaced families.He noted
that of the 118 evacuation centers currently being used in the ongoing calamity in Batangas, 14
are schools in three divisions under Region IV-A.

"Nakagawian na natin na sa tuwing may sakuna sa ating bayan, ang kadalasan na

ginagawa nating evacuation centers ay ang mga eskwelahan. Dahil dito, madalas naapektuhan
ang pag-aaral ng mga bata kasi hindi natin alam kung kelan mananatili ang evacuees sa mga
paaralan (In times of calamities, it is common practice to utilize schools as evacuation centers.
Because of this, the education of our children is affected because we don’t know how long the
evacuees will stay in the schools),” Gatchalian said.

2. INQUIRER.NET, “WHY WE NEED GREEN EVACUATION CENTERS”:

BY: AMADO DE JESUS - @inquirerdotnetPhilippine DAILY INQUIRER,
FEBRUARY 08, 2020

The author emphasizes about the Philippines seeming like a magnet for natural
hazards due to its geographical position in Southeast Asia. Natural disasters that hit our
country and which are increasing in frequency include typhoons, floods, earthquakes,
volcanic eruptions, landslides and fires. We also have other disasters like the siege of Marawi
City and the global health disaster due to the coronavirus epidemic.
When these disasters strike, our government’s top priority has been coping and managing
 people and resources. All through the years, the traditional plan is to house hundreds or thousands
of people in makeshift temporary shelters. Often, they are housed in gymnasiums and school
buildings, or worse, in tents. Unfortunately, these structures are not designed to handle the needs
of so many diverse groups of people including persons with disabilities (PWDs), the elderly,
women and children who need to be fed, clothed, medically attended to, and given space for
recreation. Yes, recreation, especially if they will be housed for several days, weeks or months.

3. INQUIRER.NET, ‘’DISASTER-RESILIENT EVACUATION CENTER SET

UP IN BOLOGNAN, EASTERN SAMAR’’, SEPTEMBER 08, 2017
The author emphasizes about the “The Philippines is among the world’s most disaster-prone
countries and most affected by climate change. With any disaster, children become the most
vulnerable. This evacuation centre, built to withstand strong typhoons and earthquakes can play a
big part in preparedness efforts, and become a safe space for children and families affected,” Unicef
Representative Lotta Sylwander said at the inauguration ceremonies.
In 2015, Unicef and IOM embarked on an initiative to enhance the network of evacuation
centers in Eastern Samar. The program integrates the design and construction of disaster resilient
community buildings to reduce disaster risk and strengthen disaster preparedness in vulnerable
communities.

“The Philippines is among the world’s most disaster-prone countries and most affected by
climate change. With any disaster, children become the most vulnerable. This evacuation centre,
built to withstand strong typhoons and earthquakes can play a big part in preparedness efforts, and
become a safe space for children and families affected,” Unicef Representative Lotta Sylwander said
at the inauguration ceremonies.

In 2015, Unicef and IOM embarked on an initiative to enhance the network of evacuation
centers in Eastern Samar. The program integrates the design and construction of disaster resilient
community buildings to reduce disaster risk and strengthen disaster preparedness in vulnerable
communities.

Arayupan ha Borongan is designed to provide life-saving shelter for up to 350 persons

during and after a natural disaster. The design reflects lessons learned from various disaster
response. It maximizes natural light and ventilation to reduce the need for electric power which
often fails during an emergency.Children of Borongan City join in the inauguration of the disaster-
resilient evacuation center. ©UNICEF Philippines

The design features strong sight-lines to minimize bullying and gender-based violence in crowded
emergency situations, and incorporates ramps, handrails, and Water Sanitation and Hygiene
(WASH) facilities with improved access for children, elderly and people with disabilities (PWDs).
The building includes space for the registration and information sharing needed during mass
evacuations. It also has storage space for supplies, generators and fuel.
RESEARCH STRATEGY:
Exploratory research studies also termed as formulative research studies

THE MAIN PURPOSE

- formulating a problem for more precise investigation of developing the working hypotheses from an
operational point of view. The major emphasis is on the discovery of ideas
and insights.

TYPES OF DATA TO BE COLLECTED:

Qualitative Approach
A qualitative approach is one in which the inquirer often
makes knowledge claims based primarily on constructivist
perspectives (i.e. the multiple meanings of individual
experiences, meanings socially and historically constructed,
with an intent of developing a theory or pattern) or
advocacy/participatory perspectives (i.e. political, issue-
oriented, collaborative or change oriented) or both.
•Questionnaire
(Formal and informal surveys)
•Observation (In-depth andDirect Observations)
•Interview (Key informant, Focus Group, Group interviews)
•Psychological Tests
•Library Technique•Literature Search
•Direct Measurement•Case Studies

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