Set the alarm for 2:29 p.m.

Web alarm clock for 2:29 p.m.

Break away from your current task at 2:29 pm so you can conduct the headcount at the evacuation centre without losing track of anyone. The alarm gives you a clear cue to put down what you are doing, collect the attendance sheet, and move to the assembly area. You will still have 31 minutes before 3:00 pm to confirm names and report anyone missing.

Before returning to your work, check where the alert will actually play. A phone or laptop may quietly route the sound to earbuds left in a pocket or bag, making the headcount cue easy to miss. Disconnect unused headphones or test the alarm once at an audible level. Keep this page active and the device awake; otherwise, the browser may not sound the headcount alarm when you need to leave your task.

For a midday headcount in the Philippines, bring the list in a cover or clear sleeve before stepping outside. Humid air can soften paper, while a sudden shower may make handwritten marks difficult to read. Choose a shaded, airy spot where evacuees can hear names clearly, and keep a pen that writes reliably on slightly damp paper.