THE Office of Civil Defense (OCD) issued a warning Tuesday night, July 29, urging the public to be vigilant against fraudulent messages claiming to offer aid from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC).
The advisory highlighted a surge in scam messages that misuse the NDRRMC’s name and official SMS number to deceive recipients.
These fraudulent messages often promise financial assistance or other forms of aid to those affected by recent disasters, attempting to lure victims into revealing personal information or transferring money.
The OCD emphasized that the NDRRMC does not send unsolicited messages requesting personal information or financial details.
Citizens are advised to exercise extreme caution when receiving messages claiming to be from the NDRRMC or other government agencies offering disaster relief. Any suspicious messages should be reported to the appropriate authorities.
The OCD reiterated its commitment to providing accurate and timely information to the public through official channels and urged citizens to rely only on verified sources for information regarding disaster relief and assistance.
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