ANIMATION SCRIPT Climate Change Realities: Philippines and Region II Perspectives ● Animated video about climate change impacts in Region II including climate change projections/future scenarios _________ [Scene 1: Upbeat music, animated world map zooming in on the Philippines] Narrator (cheerful tone): Did you know that the Philippines is one of the world’s most vulnerable countries to climate change? It's true! With rising temperatures, stronger typhoons, and shifting rainfall patterns, millions of Filipinos are already feeling the effects. But today, let’s zoom in on one particular region: Region II — Cagayan Valley. Let us find out what’s happening there? _________ [Scene 2: Bright animation of Cagayan Valley with dramatic skies and weather changes] Narrator (dramatic tone): Region II or the Cagayan Valley is a land of beauty and diversity, but also a land of danger when it comes to climate change. Why? Well, its location makes it more vulnerable to extreme weather events such as strong typhoons, prolonged droughts, and severe flooding! _________ [Scene 3: Animated crops like rice and corn bending in strong winds, then drying up from heat] Narrator (sympathetic): Let’s talk agriculture. Rice and corn are the heart and soul of Cagayan Valley’s economy, but guess what? Rising temperatures and erratic weather are making farmers' jobs harder than ever. In 2024, Region II lost PHP 2 billion in crops because of El Niño! And that’s not all—typhoons keep causing billions more in damage. Farmers can’t seem to catch a break! _________ [Scene 4: Animated fishponds with fish swimming, suddenly draining and turning into empty pools] Narrator (concerned): But it’s not just farmers who are feeling the heat. Inland fisherfolk in the region are facing water shortages, rising temperatures, and storms that wreck their fishponds. Fish kills and flooded homes? That’s a tough life, right? _________ [Scene 5: Coastal communities with animated fishermen looking at rough seas and rising water levels]

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Narrator (hopeful): Coastal areas are in trouble too! With rising sea levels and stronger storms, the fishing community is losing resources. Typhoons come in, and the fish just swim away... or worse, the sea takes it all. _________ [Scene 6: Upland areas with landslides, low-lying areas with flooding—then animated community members looking worried] Narrator (serious tone): Meanwhile, upland areas face landslides during heavy rain, and low-lying communities along the Cagayan River? They’re regularly flooded. Imagine trying to go to work or school... The struggle is real!

_________ [Scene 7: Animated weather charts showing projected hotter temperatures and intense storms] Narrator (alarming tone): And here’s the kicker: It is going to get worse. Research shows that Region II will likely see even higher temperatures in the future, making heatwaves and droughts even more intense. Typhoons? They’ll be fiercer, and floods will get worse. Yikes! _________ [Scene 8: Uplifting music starts, animation shifts to show a community working together, planting trees, CIS trainings, etc] Narrator (inspirational): But wait! It’s not all doom and gloom. There’s hope! If we take action now—by providing timely and accurate climate information, building resilient infrastructure, planting trees, conserving resources, and supporting our farmers and fisherfolks—we can help create a future that’s safer and more sustainable.

_________ [Scene 9: Happy animated people of Region II smiling, working together, with healthy crops, thriving fishponds, and stable homes] Narrator (cheerful, motivating): So, what are we waiting for? Let’s work together to build a climate-resilient Region II and a better, greener future for all! Because when we all pitch in, anything is possible! _________ [Scene 10: Text on screen: "Act Now. Build a Climate-Resilient Region II."] Narrator (upbeat): "Act now, and let’s create the change we need! Sa usapang klima, dapat lahat kasama!