On February 16 2026, Antequera Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction Officer (MDRRMO) Jay Quimson (2nd from right), expressed his gratitude to the staff of the town’s MDRRMO who helped him bring the name of LGU, Antequera to the Regional level Award through the OCD-7, Gawad Kalasag Award 2026. He said: “Daghang kaajong salamat. An impossible became possible through our collaborative efforts during many sleepless nights.” He expressed his thanks to the following: Office of Civil Defense (OCD) team; Barangay Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (BALDRRMO) headed by our President Ma’am Jeryl; Dr. Anthony Damalerio and his team; and the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (MDRRMC) Chairman – Hon. Mayor Jose Mario J. Pahang (inset, upper left corner). (Contributed photo)