What meteorological agency of the Philippine government is mandated to provide flood warnings, typhoon tracking, and astronomical observations?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. PAGASA under the DOST
- Step 1: Created on December 8, 1972, by reorganizing the Weather Bureau, PAGASA now serves as one of the Scientific and Technological Services Institutes of the Department of Science and Technology. Answer: PAGASA under the DOST. Why not the others: None of these fit: PHIVOLCS seismological institute; NAMRIA national mapping authority; NDRRMC civil defense council.
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