03/11/2025
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Drop, Cover & Hold
Hey, Nationalians! 💛💙
Fourth Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill
📅 November 06, 2025 | 🕘 9:00 AM
We call on the entire NU Baliwag community—including all employees, students, and guests who may be present or transacting on campus during this time—to actively take part in this important activity.
This earthquake drill is part of our continued commitment to promoting disaster risk reduction, ensuring safety, and building a culture of preparedness.
• DOS
✅ Immediately perform “Drop, Cover, and Hold” upon hearing or simulating the rumbling sound. Stay in this position until the shaking stops.
✅ Wait for the official evacuation alarm or announcement before leaving your location.
✅ Proceed to the nearest emergency exit.
✅ Opt for an alternative exit route if the nearest one is crowded or blocked.
✅ Go directly to Assembly Point A (Open Parking D) or Assembly Point B (Passenger Transport Terminal) IF RAINING.
✅ Assist individuals who need help, including persons with disabilities and elderly.
• DON'TS
❎ Do not walk under canopy roofs, overhangs, or any structure where debris could fall.
❎ Do not evacuate if there is no official announcement or alarm yet.
❎ Do not run, push, or cause panic during evacuation.
❎ Do not use elevators at any point during or after the shaking simulation.
❎ Do not return to the building until the “all clear” signal is officially given.