Mahinog thanks Japan for flood control projects

(Mayor Alex R. Jajalla delivering his welcome remarks at the inauguration ceremony)

MAHINOG, Camiguin, January 9, 2012– Town mayor Alex R. Jajalla expressed gratitude to the Japan government for the construction of P568-million worth of flood control projects at the inauguration ceremony here in barangay Pontod on Satuday.

“On behalf of the municipal government and the people of Mahinog, I wish to convey our endless gratitude to the Japanese government through Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) represented today by His Excellency Akio Isomata, Minister for Economic Affairs, Embassy of Japan in the Philippines, for extending its assistance in the completion of two Sabo dams and reconstruction of heavily damaged bridge that would help save lives and property particularly in the Municipality of Mahinog," the local chief executive said.

(The Embassy of Japan’s Minister for Economic Affairs, Mr. Akio Isomata delivering his remarks at the inauguration ceremony)

It can be recalled that Camiguin was hit by massive flash flood triggered by typhoon “Nanang” in 2001 that left untold death and destruction in various parts of the island province. The hardest hit was barangay Hubangon in the municipality of Mahinog.

Jajalla said with traumatic experiences after the flood, people were afraid every time it rains hard.

“The mere thought of knowing a tropical storm is coming, sends shivers down the spines of many people, especially in barangay Hubangon, the hardest hit during Nanang.”

“We were too scared every moment it rains very hard. We felt insecure and nervous, fearing the worst flood was to hit again,” Jajalla said.

He said after the project was in place, people can now sleep very well.

“Now with the huge Sabo dam in place, people will now feel safe and assured of safety as we will no longer fear being hit by flood as we know this dam is designed to control flooding, or lessen flood damage in low lying areas,” the mayor added.

(Upper Sabo dam site at Pontod, Mahinog, Camiguin)

Jajalla also acknowledged Governor Jurdin Jesus M. Romualdo and Congressman Pedro P. Romualdo for giving their best effort from conception to completion of this important project that will play a very important role in Camiguin's economy and disaster risk reduction management campaign.

(Minister Isomata (left) receiving plaque of recognition from Camiguin Congressman Pedro P. Romualdo and Governor Jurdin Jesus M. Romualdo while DPWH Secretary Rogelio L. Singson looks on)

“This project will not only provide the community for safer living condition; it will become an asset for greater economic productivity in this beautiful island of Camiguin,” Jajalla said.

“The new bridge that we also unveil today is more than just a bridge that links the entire province. This is, indeed, a bridge to the highway of opportunity that would drive trade and commerce, trigger local economy and generate job creation in the entire province,” the mayor added.

(The Embassy of Japan’s Minister for Economic Affairs, Mr. Akio Isomata (2nd from left), assisted by DPWH Secretary Rogelio L. Singson (3rd from left), Camiguin Congressman Pedro P. Romualdo (4th from L), Camiguin Governor Jurdin Jesus M. Romualdo (5th from L) and Mahinog Mayor Alex R. Jajalla (6th from L), unveil the inaugural marker during the inauguration ceremony of the the P568-million sabo dam and bridge projects at barangay Pontod in the municipality of Mahinog recently)

Jajalla stressed though this project is a major achievement to celebrate, much work still remains to ensure that people are safe and better lives are achieved.

“After this project, more long-term and sustainable development approaches are still needed to be done,” he stressed.

“The issue on climate change must be tackled urgently, with fresh perspective, in the light of rapid climate change that led to an increase in natural disasters that hit most parts of the country this year including the massive flooding that hit Cagayan de Oro and Iligan recently.”

“We will continue to lobby developed country governments like Japan to show more urgency in dealing with climate change and continue to provide additional grant aid projects related to climate change,” he said.

The local chief executive expressed hope that JICA will return back to Camiguin for more development assistance projects that will improve the quality of life among Camiguingnons.

“His Excellency Minister Isomata, with thankful hearts, kindly convey our endless gratitude to your government and your people for making these projects possible."

"In the meantime, the people of the municipality of Mahinog will look forward to welcoming you back soon,” Jajalla concluded.

For his part, Isomata said that Japan will continue to help “in whatever way we can” to help Filipinos better prepare for natural disasters.

“This project reaffirms the continued commitment of Japan to extend cooperation in minimizing threats of disaster and we will continue to help Philippines in whatever way we can," he said.

However, he reminded the public not to become complacent with the project, but remain vigilant and prepared for disaster.

"Disaster happens when everybody is just about to forget it," he stressed.


Aside from Minister Isomata (6th from L), the inauguration was also graced by DPWH Secretary Rogelio L. Singson (5th from L), Camiguin Governor Jurdin Jesus M. Romualdo (7th from L), Camiguin Congressman Pedro P. Romualdo (4th from L), Ms. Sachido Takeda (8th from L), Senior representative of the Philippine Office of Japan International Cooperation Agency, Mahinog Mayor Alex R. Jajalla (2nd from L), among others.

Mahinog Response 143 chosen as official entry to Doon Po Sa Amin Learning Challenge

THE Camiguin National High School (CNHS) has chosen 

Mahinog Response 143 as its official entry to this year's Doon Po Sa Amin Learning Challenge under emergency response and disaster preparedness category.

Doon Po Sa Amin (DPSA) is a project initiated by Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) under its corporate social responsibility program Kabalikat, and is aimed at encouraging teachers and students to use computer and Internet technologies to generate web-based information and educational materials about their respective communities. This project is in line with Smart’s thrust to promote information and communications technology (ICT) integration in basic education.

One of the end goals of the project is to generate and consolidate rich local content for the promotion and development of communities. A rich local content defines the community, and its people, culture, and society – thus the name "Doon Po Sa Amin," which literally means "in our place".

Mahinog Response 143 was chosen due to its efforts to promote local volunteerism including their role in mitigating disaster in the community over the past 8 years. (HRJ)

The entry entitled "Heroes of Our time" is now published on the web. Click this link: http://www.mysmartschools.ph/web/response143/index.html

Sabo dam engineer denies using laser to prevent rains

Mahinog, Camiguin. – The contractors of a half-billion pesos Sabo dam project here have denied "wild rumors" that they are using laser to hit clouds supposedly to prevent rains to avoid delays in the construction project.

"The rumor is not true," said Ryuta Akiyoshi, project manager from Toyo Construction for the project flood disaster mitigation in Camiguin."

He made the statement on Monday at the flag raising ceremony in municipal hall in the presence of municipal officials, employees, barangay captains and some farmers' representatives.

Akiyoshi was accompanied by Mr. Joselito C. Retuya, Engineering Head of the same project.

Some residents here have reportedly seen strange light in the sky during nighttime.

Then rumors began spreading that Sabo dam contractors were using laser to shoot rain clouds in the sky to prevent rains. These rumors have alarmed farmers who need rains amid prolonged dry spell caused by El Niño phenomenon.

Akiyoshi said: "I am surprised when I received the letter form your beloved Mayor asking us if the rumor is true regarding that Toyo have a laser beam to prevent rain."

"If this technology is readily available in the market, our company is very much interested to purchase it," he said.

"It will be a big help for us especially we are in the construction industry," he added.

He said: "if this gadget is available, construction of Sabo dam is not necessary."

The Sabo dam project is a grant aid amounting to approximately 500 million pesos from the Government of Japan which involves the construction of two (2) Sabo dams, barriers to prevent landslides, along Pontod River and the reconstruction of Hubangon Bridge in the town of Mahinog.

Mayor Alex R. Jajalla called the rumors "totally unfounded" and "unfair" for the Government of Japan, who have been very generous to the people of Camiguin in providing this multi-million flood disaster mitigation project.

"I hope that the statement of Toyo engineers will "put these rumors to rest," Mayor Jajalla said.

Akiyoshi

Homer Jajalla to speak at Regional Symposium on Volunteerism

July 14, 2010 – Homer R. Jajalla, Founder and Immediate Past Chair of Mahinog Response 143 will speak at the Regional Symposium on Volunteerism sponsored by the Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency (PNVSCA) in cooperation with the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA), July 15, 2010, at Pearlmont Inn, Limketkai Drive, Cagayan de Oro City.

He will speak on the topic "Mahinog Response 143: Volunteerism is Love in Motion."

Mahinog Response 143 was the 2006 Regional Qualifier and National Contestant to the Search for Outstanding Volunteers. The SOV honors volunteers and volunteer organizations for their exemplary performance and dedication to volunteer work. It is spearheaded by the PNVSCA in close coordination with the NEDA.

The symposium is part of a nationwide advocacy on volunteerism, as mandated in Republic Act (RA 9418), otherwise known as the “Volunteer Act of 2007,” institutionalizing volunteerism as a strategy for national development and international cooperation.

The forum highlights include presentations on; a) Volunteering for Rural Development: The Volunteers Act of 2007 (RA 9418), b) The National Volunteer Service Program in the Philippines, and c) Volunteering Experience in Region X, among others.

Mahinog Response 143 celebrates its 8th founding anniversary

Mahinog Response 143 on June 26 celebrated its 8^th founding anniversary with a theme: "LUV Can make 8".

The group was formed in June 28, 2002, following the November 7, 2001 typhoon Nanang tragedy that killed over 200 people in Camiguin.

It was organized under the four principles of Love, Unity, Volunteerism and Commitment. Its motto is "serving people, saving lives."

Response 143 has been in the community as a volunteer that assist in all phases of disaster preparedness, response, relief, recovery, and mitigation. It is composed of 190 members/volunteers all from Mahinog.

The group was the two times winner of Gawad KALASAG in 2008 and 2007, as Outstanding Volunteer Organization in Region X, given by the National Disaster Coordinating Council-NDCC. In 2006, the group also won the outstanding volunteer association award in region ten sponsored by the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) and the Philippine National Volunteer Service Association (PNVSA).

Its current Chairman is Kaiser A. Abao.

Teachers, parents thank Cong Romualdo for seawall extension project

by Lucita B. King

Contributor

Ms. Lucita B. King

THE construction of seawall along Benoni Elementary School has been completed and thanks for the support of Congressman Pedro P. Romualdo in making this project possible.

This seawall project which started in August 2009 and completed in May 2010 with the release of six million pesos through the congressional initiative of Camiguin Representative Pedro P. Romualdo stretches along the shorelines of Benoni Elementary School.

This project, which we have requested since I assumed as head teacher, will protect the school and ensure the safety of the children.

On behalf of Benoni Elementary School teachers and parents, we thank Congressman Pedro P. Romualdo for all the support he extended to the school.

Mahinog participates nationwide earthquake drill

Mahinog, Camiguin - To make sure residents remain alert and know what to do in case of an earthquake, a simultaneous drill was conducted here today at Mahinog Public Market, Mahinog Central School and Columbia St. Michael's Parish High School.

This activity was also conducted nationwide by all public and private schools, selected public government buildings and commercial establishments. The drill started at 9 a.m.

Spearheaded by the Municipal Disaster Coordinating Council (MDCC), the drill involved critical emergency response operations in the so-called “Golden Hour," or the critical first 72 hours after a quake.

This includes fire suppression, collapsed structure search and rescue, high angle rescue, and mass casualty incident management and evacuation.

Groundbreaking ceremony held for 500 million sabo dam projects in Mahinog, Camiguin

Mahinog, Camiguin, January 8, 2010 – Japan's Minister for Economic Affairs Tomochika Uyama led the groundbreaking ceremony for the 1.013 billion yen (P500 million) Flood Disaster Mitigation Project in Camiguin Province yesterday in time of its 42nd Camiguin foundation day.

The Japanese minister was joined by Congressman Pedro P. Romualdo, Governor Jurdin Jesus M. Romualdo, Mahinog Mayor Alex R. Jajalla and other local officials here.

The groundbreaking rites was also attended by Secretary to the Ambassador Mr. Hirosato Yoshino, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) chief representative Mr. Norio Matsuda, Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Project Management Office director Philip Menez and Ms. Yokiko Sano.

The entire project, which will be implemented by the DPWH, will cover the construction of two Sabo dams along Pontod river and the reconstruction of damaged Hubangon bridge, all in the municipality of Mahinog.

In his speech, Minister Uyama said the project was part of the Official Development Assistance (ODA) grant aid agreements between the Philippines and Japan that President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo signed in Tokyo after their bilateral meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso in June last year.

This flood disaster mitigation project, he said, is designed to improve the standard of living in Camiguin through the development of its flood control system and enhancement of road network of its main highway.

"This project will boost economic activity in the region and improve the quality of life of the people," he said.

The minister also expressed hope that the project will enhance the "strategic partnership" between the Government of Japan and the people of Camiguin.

For his part, Congressman PPR had expressed gratefulness over the realization of the project and thanked also the Japanese leader for their past assistance extended to the province when he was still the governor.

He said in 2004 JICA had assisted the people of Camiguin in developing and implementing a non structural flood disaster prevention measures, which eventually made Camiguin the consistent winner in the national search for the best disaster coordinating councils.

Camiguin island suffered much loss and damage during Typhoon Nanang in November 2001, which resulted in approximately 250 dead and missing as well as estimated damages of over $5 million.

Governor JJ also conveyed his deep appreciation to the Japanese minister and the Japanese people for their assistance and cooperation extended to his province.

"It's a dream come true for Camiguin. This project would be of big help in our flood disaster mitigation program, Thank you Government and people of Japan," the grateful governor said.

The governor added that since this Sabo dam is a first of its kind in the country, this will become a potential tourist attraction in the province.

Mayor Jajalla, for his part, said this Sabo dam once completed will not only save many lives but also improve the people's living condition and contribute to socio economic development of the town.

"We are looking forward to more tourism and economic activities pouring in our town because of this multi million project. This would really contribute to job generation and economic opportunities among the people in this municipality and entire province," he said. (Homer R. Jajalla –Mahinog Information Office)

Mahinog gets new fire truck

Mahinog, Camiguin – A brand new fire truck will be delivered soon to this municipality to augment the Bureau of Fire Protection's (BFP) firefighting capability.

This was announced by Mayor Alex R. Jajalla and Vice Mayor Rogerio C. Acle at the LGU Christmas party on Friday.

The fire truck will be delivered before the end of this month if there are no changes in the delivery schedule to the BFP from their supplier, it was learned.

Mayor Jajalla said the provision of additional fire truck to Mahinog has been made possible through the congressional initiative of Congressman Pedro P. Romualdo.

At present the municipality, the gateway to Camiguin, has one unit fire truck.

Jajalla and Acle expressed their gratitude to Congressman Romualdo and BFP for helping the municipality boost its fire fighting capability.

"This new fire truck will really make a big difference in our fire prevention preparedness measures," Jajalla said.

Acle, for his part, welcomed the development as this will address the municipality's needs for fire fighting equipment.

Romualdo, in his letter to the mayor, expressed hope that this equipment will be put to good use and will be maintained well by the municipality.

"This is part of my commitment to our constituents to be fire and disaster-ready at all times," Romualdo said. (Mahinog IO)

Tropical Depression Urduja brings heavy rains, flooding in Mahinog, about 200 persons evacuated

November 25, 2009 – At least thirty seven (37) families living in flood prone areas in barangays Hubangon and San Roque were evacuated to municipal gym last night after heavy and continuous rains brought by Tropical Depression “Urduja” flooded communities in many parts of Camiguin and have rendered major roads impassable.

Before nightfall yesterday, Mayor Alex R. Jajalla convened the Municipal Disaster Coordinating Council (MDCC) and ordered all Barangay Disaster Coordinating Councils (BDCCs) to be on heightened alert to monitor for possible flashfloods and landslides brought by the weather disturbance.

Rescue workers from the MDCC and Mahinog Response 143 have been dispatched since last night to see to it that threatened residents were evacuated to safe place.

The Tupsan Pequeno bridge was severely damaged after river water swelled and destroyed the bridge's approach rendering it impassable to four-wheel vehicles, the MDCC reported.

The detour bridge in barangay Hubangon was also wiped out by rampaging water prompting authorities to open the newly completed bridge on one lane for all types of vehicles.

Camiguin was placed under Public Storm Signal No. 1 yesterday as Urduja made landfall over Southern Leyte in the morning moving west northwest with maximum sustained winds of 55 kph but changed course in the afternoon towards the east at 40 kilometer east of Surigao City, the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said.

12-hour rainfall amount reached 275.6 mm, according to the municipal rain gauge station.

By past 8:00 o'clock last night, residents heard "rumbling" sound of floodwater almost like that of Nanang that happened in November 6, 2001. Observers were to say later that the new river control had helped a lot in preventing the water from diverting to the populated area in barangay Hubangon.

Ferry trips from Camiguin to Balingoan and Bohol and vice versa yesterday were cancelled. Classes in all levels were also suspended.

This morning ferry trips went back to normal after Pag-asa lifted this morning storm signals in Camiguin. (Homer R. Jajalla – Mahinog Information Office)

Saving our Environment

by Jocelyn O. Abao

Contributor

WE are facing environmental problem that caused destruction to lives and properties as we experienced the devastating effect of typhoons "Ondoy" and "Peping" in our country.

Why are we battling these problems of global warming and sudden climate change. What happened to the trees in the forest? The soil was eroded also because there are no roots that hold it together.

Garbage is found everywhere. There is no proper waste management even though various orientations and workshops were given to solve those problems.

Who is then to be blamed? What a pity sight our environment had! It is the right time to act now. Let's all wake up and do our task to regain the beauty and usefulness of our environment. The change starts in ourselves. Let's start anew to save our environment.

(Jocelyn O. Abao is a head teacher III of Mapa elementary school)

RDCC-OCD conducts tsunami drill in Mahinog town

by Homer R. Jajalla

Mahinog, Camiguin (29 September) -- Scenario: A magnitude 7.5 earthquake spreads panic among the hundreds of residents in coastal barangays of San Roque and Benoni in the municipality of Mahinog as siren wails and alarm bells continuously ring, warning people to evacuate to higher grounds as tsunami is coming.

But of course, there was no tsunami coming.

The alarm was only part of a tsunami drill conducted by the Regional Disaster Coordinating Council (RDCC), Office of the Civil Defense Region (OCD), in region 10, Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHILVOLCS), in cooperation with the Provincial, Municipal and concerned Barangay Disaster Coordinating Councils (DCCs) here.

OCD Regional Director Carmilito A. Lupo said that tsunami drills were important for all people living in earthquake-prone province such as Camiguin.

He praised the municipal and barangay disaster coordinating councils for their initiative in conducting the drill, which, he said, was the "first tsunami drill ever conducted in region 10."

The tsunami of August 16, 1976, in the eastern and western Moro Gulf and the Sulu islands was the most devastating tsunami disaster in recent times in the Philippines wherein about 8,000 people were killed.

On November 15, 1994, a magnitude 7.1 hit Baco, Mindoro, near Verde Island that generated a local destructive tsunami. A total of 78 people were killed and 430 injured.

Tsunamis are waves that are produced when water in the sea is suddenly moved or displaced. The cause of movement is oftentimes a large earthquake that takes place underwater.

PHILVOLCS-10 Officer In-Charge Marcial P. Labininay said the signs that a tsunami is coming is when strong earthquake is felt in the community, followed by a sudden rise or fall of sea water, and unusual sound.

"When you see this, you must leave the place immediately and go to higher ground," the PHIVOLCS chief said.

PHILVOLCS also informed that it took only two to five minutes at the earliest up to 20 minutes after the earthquakes for the tsunami waves to hit the shores of Moro Gulf and Oriental Mindoro. (Mahinog IO)

JICA study team arrives in Camiguin to check on Sabo Dam proposal

A TECHNICAL team of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is in Camiguin to appraise and evaluate the technical and economic viability of constructing two flood control dams in the Sabo River along Sitio Pontod, Barangay Hubangon in Mahinog town and restoring Hubangon Bridge.

The technical team arrived last August 7, headed by Satoru Mimura, director of JICA's Disaster Management Division II, Global Environment Department, according to Engr. Ronnie Almazor, project coordinator of the Provincial Planning and Development Office.

Mimura is accompanied by Fuyuki Sagara, JICA project coordinator and a technical group from CT Engineering International Co., Ltd., a Japanese consulting firm hired by JICA to help conduct the Basic Design Study.

The study team will stay until September 15 to conduct site surveys and collect necessary data and information on the condition of Sabo River and the bridge both located in Hubangon.

The Basic Design study will provide necessary document for the appraisal of the project by the Government of Japan if it is suitable for the Grant Aid Scheme.

Last June 2006 the Philippine Government has requested for a Grant Aid Flood Disaster Mitigation from the Government of Japan for the province of Camiguin.

The Grant Aid scheme provides the recipient country with non-reimbursable funds to procure the facilities, equipment and services for its economic and social development.

Before its approval, the proposal has to undergo several stages from field surveys, which includes meteorological survey, ground and river topographic surveys, geotechnical investigation, hydrological condition survey of the project site.

The findings will then be analyzed in Japan and submitted to the Cabinet for approval.

The institutional capability of the recipient agency to maintain and operate the facilities and equipment will also affect the decision of the Japan Government for the Grant Aid. (PIA-MisOrOccCam)

6 YEARS GEARING UP FOR EXCELLENCE

by Homer R. Jajalla
Founder and Immediate Past Chairman
Mahinog Response 143

Congratulations to my fellow officers and members of Mahinog Response 143 on the occasion of our 6th founding anniversary on June 28, 2008.

As your founding chairman for the past 6 years, it is with great pride that I applaud all my fellow Responders for your immeasurable efforts, dedication and commitment to the group.

Over the years, we maintained our optimism and continue our advocacy for volunteerism. Volunteers have rapidly grown from 15 to 165 members today.

With our new repeater communication system, we have improved our signals by thousand times and our services by leaps and bounds.

From where we were six years ago, there is nowhere to go but UP! Response 143 has rapidly established a name in disaster and emergency response inside and outside the province. Our past accomplishments and heroic dedication reaped major awards. To avoid being self-serving, let us speak on the basis of the awards that we received.

This year, the Regional Disaster Coordinating Council-Office of the Civil Defense conferred on Response 143 the Gawad Kalasag 2008 Awards for Volunteer Organization in the Search for Excellence in Disaster Risk Management and Humanitarian Assistance during the culmination of the Disaster Consciousness Month Celebration held at Camp Alagar, Cagayan de Oro City.

In 2006, the Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency and National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) adjudged Response 143 as regional awardee and national qualifier to the 2006 National Search for Outstanding Volunteer Organization.

In 2005, the Asian Institute of Management-Local Government Academy selected Response 143 among the national nominees to the prestigious Gawad Galing Pook Award which aims to publicly recognize innovative and effective local government initiatives and to inspire its possible replication.

In the same year, Response 143 ranked 5th placer against 50 entries in the whole Mindanao for best community programs and local practices sponsored by the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG).

We also received several awards and citations from the Municipal Government of Mahinog, the Provincial Government of Camiguin, Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) in Region X.

We must always reflect that whatever we have achieved is not a final destination but rather a continuation of our unending commitment for voluntary public service. Be proud in what we have accomplished.

As I end my term and turn over the command and responsibility to the new Chairman, we must always carry on the “four pillars” upon which Response 143 was founded: Volunteerism, Love, Unity and Commitment.

Thank you for your support and I hope that we are all inspired to do more, aim high and go another extra miles. Mabuhay tayong lahat.

PLS. HELP US ACQUIRE A NEW MULTI-PURPOSE SERVICE VEHICLE TO SERVE YOU BETTER

by KAISER A. ABAO
Chairman, Mahinog Response 143

Dearest friends,

Over the past 6 years, Response 143 has been in the community as a volunteer disaster response group engaged in search and rescue operation, public safety promotion, disaster preparedness, mitigation and prevention measures, and other emergency and public service assistance.

In case of emergency, you can call us through landline no. “143” or through VHF radio frequency 143.470 in simplex and 143.470 +0.60 in duplex.

As we want to serve you better, we want to acquire a new multi-purpose service vehicle which we can readily use to respond to emergency calls. We also planned to organize a volunteer fire brigade and acquire a fire truck of our own, if funds would warrant.

Please be with us in heart in raising funds for this purpose. We need your help to sustain our voluntary service.

Any amount no matter how small will do!

Email us at mahinogresponsee_143@yahoo.com and tell us you’d like to support for our cause.

You can mail your check, payable to Mahinog Response 143, at this post office address: Mahinog, Response 143, Communication Center, Mahinog, Camiguin Province, 9101.

Thank you for your valuable support.