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Science and Technology
DOST Batangas issues official statement after mixing in humor in a viral earthquake post
- With a magnitude 5.5 earthquake that shook Metro Manila and Batangas last January 20, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Batangas was quick to update their Facebook page "Opo, lumindol. Wait for updates,
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in Batangas issued an official statement following a viral social media post where they humorously commented on an earthquake. The post, which was intended to lighten the mood, received mixed reactions from the public. DOST Batangas clarified that their aim was to engage the community in a light-hearted manner while still providing essential information about the seismic event. They emphasized the importance of maintaining public interest in science and disaster preparedness, acknowledging that while humor can be a tool for engagement, they recognize the need for sensitivity in such communications. The statement also reiterated their commitment to delivering accurate and timely information regarding natural disasters.
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