Loon Mayor Pedro “Dodong” M. Literatus, Jr. (inset, upper right corner) disclosed that the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) of LGU Loon received a Plaque of Recognition during the regional LDRRMCO (Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Councils and Offices) Assessment for its outstanding service, commitment, and significant contributions to strengthening local and regional resilience. Receiving the award on behalf of Mayor Literatus is Dr. Lloyd Peter M. Lopez, MD, municipal administrator (third from left), and Edna O. Lafuente, municipal disaster risk reduction management officer (second from right). The award was given during the Gawad Kalasag Regional Awarding Ceremony for Central Visayas (Region 7) held at the Golden Prince Hotel, Cebu City on February 16, 2026. (Contributed photo)