Calls for Structural Audits in Kalinga Classrooms Amid Safety Concerns
Cracked Kalinga classrooms prompt calls for DPWH project audits
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In Kalinga, Philippines, members of Save Kalinga Inc. have urged the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to conduct thorough audits of public infrastructure after discovering significant structural issues in classrooms at Liwan West Elementary School. Concerns include cracks, damaged ceilings, and deteriorating flooring, prompting calls for immediate assessments to ensure student safety.
- 01Save Kalinga Inc. observed serious structural defects in classrooms at Liwan West Elementary School, including long cracks and damaged ceilings.
- 02Natividad Bayubay, president-convenor of Save Kalinga Inc., emphasized that routine repairs are insufficient for aging structures.
- 03The group highlighted the potential dangers of structural deterioration, especially during earthquakes, calling for urgent assessments.
- 04Bayubay invoked Kalinga cultural values, stressing community responsibility in addressing safety concerns for children.
- 05DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon visited Kalinga to inspect ongoing infrastructure projects, including the Aliog Bridge and bypass road.
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In Tabuk City, Kalinga, members of Save Kalinga Inc. have raised alarms over structural issues in classrooms at Liwan West Elementary School, prompting calls for audits from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). During a recent inspection, the group identified significant cracks, damaged ceilings, and deteriorating flooring, which they argue could pose serious safety risks to students and staff. Natividad Bayubay, the group's president-convenor, warned that routine maintenance is no longer adequate for buildings showing signs of severe aging. She emphasized the need for immediate structural assessments and potential replacements of affected classrooms to ensure student safety. Bayubay also highlighted the cultural responsibility within Kalinga to address such issues, advocating for proactive measures rather than waiting for a disaster. DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon visited the area to oversee various infrastructure projects, including the Aliog Bridge and a bypass road, but the concerns regarding school safety remain unaddressed as of the latest updates.
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The structural issues in classrooms could jeopardize the safety of students and staff, necessitating urgent action from authorities.
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