Cebu Sea Ambulance Not Purchased, Officials Clarify
Cebu provincial officials reveal sea ambulance used in medical missions was borrowed, not purchased. Budget deliberations uncover procurement process still pending. Read the full story.
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PWS Cebu 24/7 Operations During Typhoon Tino
Prime Waste Solutions Cebu kept Binaliw facility running 24/7 during typhoon, aiding 2,700 families with essential supplies and water rationing in affected communities.
Cebu City Garbage Crisis Due to Bridge Damage
Cebu City faces waste disposal crisis as damaged Bacayan Bridge limits garbage trucks to one daily trip. Councilor Garganera urges immediate solutions and waste reduction.
Cebu's Resilience Tested by Series of Natural Disasters
Cebu confronts a series of calamities from an earthquake to typhoons Tino and Verbena. While effective disaster management prevented deaths, Olango Island's damage highlights community vulnerability. Learn the key lessons.
Cebu's Garbage Crisis: Landfill Threat After 8 Years
Cebu City faces a growing waste management crisis as the Inayawan Landfill remains unrehabilitated despite a 2017 Supreme Court order. Councilor Joel Garganera urges immediate action for a sustainable solution.
Inayawan Landfill Rehabilitation Stalled by Ownership Review
Cebu City's Inayawan landfill rehabilitation faces delays due to ownership uncertainty. Learn how this legal limbo affects waste management and public health.
Cebu City Waste Crisis: Health Emergency Looms
Cebu City faces a public health emergency as garbage piles up despite government clean-up efforts. Councilor Garganera warns of irreversible damage without immediate waste management reforms.
Marcos Backs Space Tech for Disaster Management
President Marcos emphasizes space technology's crucial role in climate monitoring and disaster preparedness at Asia Pacific Regional Space Forum in Cebu. Read how nations collaborate.
6 Zamboanga IAs Complete Composting Facility Training
Six irrigators associations in Zamboanga del Norte completed 3-day composting training to advance sustainable agriculture. Learn how this boosts soil health and reduces costs.
Cebu's P5-B Waste-to-Energy Project Withdrawn
Environmental advocates celebrate as New Sky Energy withdraws from Cebu City's controversial waste-to-energy project. Discover the sustainable alternatives proposed for the city's 600-ton daily garbage problem.
Cebu's Disaster Funds Strained After Multiple Calamities
Cebu Province faces critical disaster fund shortage after earthquakes and typhoons depleted P110M. Officials warn of limited capacity for future emergencies. Pray for no December storms.
Failed Cebu Projects: Dead Trees, Vanished Bike Lanes
Investigation into the failed Cebu BRT tree earth-balling and Metro Cebu Bike Lane, costing millions in public funds. Demand accountability for wasted taxpayer money.
First Large-Scale Waste-to-Energy Plant in Philippines
A P4-billion waste-to-energy facility in New Clark City will convert 600 tons of daily waste into 12 MW of clean electricity, powering over 10,000 homes and creating hundreds of jobs.
42 Pampanga Barangays Remain Flooded Despite Fair Weather
Flooding persists in 42 Pampanga barangays across 9 towns. Macabebe worst hit with 14 areas submerged. 126 families in evacuation centers as monitoring continues.
Illegal Waste Dumping Sparks Health Concerns in Mandaue
Residents in Mandaue City's Zone 5, Canduman report illegal waste dumping causing health hazards. City officials confirm investigation and temporary halt to operations. Read latest updates.
Cebu Bridge Damage Triggers Waste Management Crisis
Cebu City imposes 6-ton weight limit on damaged Bacayan Bridge, threatening waste transport to Binaliw landfill. Councilor warns of 'solid waste crisis' as alternative routes implemented.
Illegal Garbage Dumping Alarms Mandaue Residents
Residents in Barangay Canduman report unbearable conditions from illegal garbage dumping. Officials confirm contractor involvement. Call for immediate cleanup and accountability.
Sulu Barangay Chiefs Complete Disaster Management Training
27 village chiefs in Maimbung, Sulu completed disaster risk reduction training to strengthen community resilience. Learn how this initiative enhances local disaster response.
Leadership During Typhoons: Presence Over Position
Recent absences of officials during typhoons spark debate on crisis leadership. True leadership means staying when disasters approach, not delegating responsibility.
Prime Infra, Holcim Partner on Waste-to-Fuel Initiative
Prime Infra's waste unit will supply refuse-derived fuel from Porac to Holcim's cement plants, cutting traditional fuel use and advancing sustainable waste management in the Philippines.
Cebu Flood Crisis: Two Leaders With Different Solutions
Cebu faces worsening floods as city and provincial leaders propose separate solutions. Will unified action emerge to protect communities from future disasters?
Typhoon Uwan Damages Aurora Roads, Forces Evacuations
Super Typhoon Uwan causes severe damage in Aurora province, forcing 30,899 residents to evacuate. Major roads remain impassable, power outages continue. Read latest updates.
Borbon's Zero Casualty Miracle During Typhoon Tino
Discover the remarkable story of how Borbon, Cebu achieved zero fatalities during Typhoon Tino through proactive disaster preparedness and community resilience strategies.
Evacuation Deadline: Nov 9 as Storm Uwan Nears PH
National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council issues urgent directive for local governments to evacuate high-risk areas ahead of Tropical Depression Uwan's landfall. Critical deadline set for November 9 as storm intensifies.
Philippines Under State of National Calamity - Marcos Declares
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declares nationwide state of calamity due to severe agricultural damage and environmental crisis. Learn about government response measures.
Cebu Towns Struggle with Waste Management Compliance
Several municipalities in Cebu continue to face difficulties in establishing proper sanitary landfills, despite national laws mandating waste management compliance. Learn about the ongoing challenges and potential solutions.
Iloilo City: Zero Casualties from Typhoon Tino
Iloilo City achieves remarkable disaster preparedness milestone with zero casualties reported after Typhoon Tino's passage. Discover the effective strategies that protected the community.
Zamboanga Sibugay launches emergency communication system
Zamboanga Sibugay province unveils groundbreaking Unified Communication Information System, revolutionizing emergency response and disaster management across 16 municipalities.
Zamboanga Enhances Disaster Response with New Training
Zamboanga City launches comprehensive Disaster Risk Reduction Management orientation and Incident Command System training to enhance community resilience and emergency response capabilities.
P26B Flood Control Fails Cebu - City Submerged
Despite billions spent on flood control projects, Cebu City experiences severe flooding, leaving residents questioning where the money went and demanding accountability.
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