ILIGAN CITY – Last October 1, 2018, the Geo-SAFER Western Mindanao Project, represented by Engr. Daniel S. Mostrales, Mr. Ruben C. Tudio, Engr. Sheila N. Frias, and Mr. Mark Sanny T. Perfecto, presented the initial findings of the Kauswagan Urban  Drainage Assessment at the Municipal Mayor’s Office, Kauswagan, Lanao del Norte.

Initial observations and results include the following: a) an evaluation of changes in flood dynamics due to the construction of the new bridge and the perimeter fence of the GNPower Kauswagan, b) an updated detailed flood hazard map that takes into consideration a modified terrain incorporating newly built structures, and c) a graphic and animated flood flow changes showing effects on flood extent, flood depths and temporal changes (flood arrival and duration) before and after presence of structures.

In attendance during the event are Hon. Rommel C. Arnado (Municipal Mayor), Jacob G. Salise (MDRRMO), Dionesio A. Fuentes (MPDC), Saidave Maruhom (MEO), and Ruby Rose D. Nacario (GNPower Kauswagan).

The Caraga Center for Geo-Informatics (CCGeo) and the Geo-SAFER Agusan Project conducted a Training on the Principles and Applications of Geographic Information System (GIS) Module 1 last October 8-12, 2018 at Grand Palace Hotel, Butuan City for Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) across Caraga.

Faculty-researchers from Father Saturnino Urios University (FSUU), Saint Joseph Institute of Technology (SJIT), Surigao Education Center (SEC), Surigao State College of Technology (SSCT) and Caraga State University (CSU) were given lectures and hands-on exercises about Basic GIS, Cartography and Spatial Analysis during the 5-day event. The training is part of a series of activities under the Geo-Informatics Capability Building Program of CCGeo and Geo-SAFER Agusan.

Technical experts from the Geo-SAFER Northern Mindanao/Cotabato Project shared their knowledge and skills during the “Training on Watershed Characterization Cum Vulnerability Assessment and Preparation of Integrated Watershed Management Plan (IWMP) held on September 1 – 7, 2018 at the Mt. Sabrina Panoramic view and Resort, Tambler, General Santos City. The training was organized by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Region 12 and was participated by representatives from inline DENR Regional, Provincial and Municipal/City offices.