DOST-NCR Enhances City of Taguig’s Disaster Response Capabilities with MoCCoV Technology  

The City of Taguig is the latest Local Government Unit (LGU) in the National Capital Region to receive a boost in its disaster response efforts after the Department of Science and Technology-NCR turned over one unit of the Mobile Command and Control Vehicle with Triage Technology (MoCCoV) to its City Officials last June 28, 2024, at the Taguig City Hall Quadrangle.  

The Turnover Ceremony, which coincided with the conduct of the 2nd Quarter National Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED), was attended by top city officials led by Mayor Maria Laarni “Lani” Cayetano, and DOST-NCR Regional Director Engr. Romelen T. Tresvalles.  

Developed by Filipino inventor Mr. Dennis Abella, the MoCCov was a specialized technology with facilities that allow it to serve as a central hub or incident command center for coordinating emergency response during large-scale events and activities, and in the event of natural hazards. It is designed to provide a portable and self-contained operational space for managing and directing activities in the field.    

The MoCCoV’s features include a weather monitoring station, a rescue quadcopter drone, global satellite communication and surveillance equipment, and rescue and medical equipment. It even has a portable boat for rescue operations, a conference room, and can serve as a mobile command center where emergency responders can map out their next plans of action, as well as attend to affected communities. Power outages will not hinder rescue operations either as the MoCCoV is equipped with solar and wind power supply capabilities to ensure uninterrupted operations.   

During the event, Taguig City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office personnel showcased how this technology can quickly respond, gather and analyze data in real-time during a disaster.  

The turnover of this latest technology is another step towards Taguig Probinsyudad’s transformation into another one of Metro Manila’s smart and sustainable cities.  

By: Pinky Marcelo, SCCU