November 8, 1990.
The news of Typhoon Ruping to hit Central Visayas, particularly Cebu provinces, was aired by all Philippine television and radio broadcasting networks. All coastal residents and those who were near the rivers were advised to evacuate or move to higher grounds.
All the neigboring men, including the father of Jia, made preparations by tying their houses to the ground. Water containers were filled, firewoods covered, dry goods canisters secured, kerosene cans refilled and flashlight batteries restocked.
Koko had also bought their basic food needs and milk for his youngest brother. He was able to sell bundles of firewoods in the town with Jia. He also received his cash award for winning his latest science competition the next day. Aside from that, the school treasury and the school principal awarded another cash gift for him.
