The province of Ilocos Sur participated in the 3rd Quarter National Simultaneous Earthquake Drill this 26 September 2024. Thousands of students, teaching and non-teaching staff from Narvacan National Central High School, Paratong, Narvacan, Ilocos Sur took part and went through duck, cover, and hold. The drill is designed to boost preparedness and strengthen community resilience in case of an earthquake.

Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office led by PDRRM Officer Rhon Arquelada commended everyone for their active participation and preparedness in enhancing emergency response capabilities.