Boy, 12, drowns in Butuanon River, Mandaue
A 12-year-old boy drowned in the Butuanon River in Mandaue City. His father demands an investigation as friends initially hid the truth. Read the full story.
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New Pitcher Plant Species Discovered in Palawan
Scientists confirm Nepenthes megastoma, a new carnivorous plant species in Palawan. With under 50 mature plants, it's critically endangered by climate change and poaching. Learn about this unique find.
DPWH Chief Orders Completion of Bulacan Dike Gaps
DPWH Secretary Vivencio Dizon directs new Bulacan officials to finish all unfinished dikes, prioritizing the Calumpit site of a 'ghost' project. Read the latest on the flood control probe.
Former DPWH Undersecretary Cabral Dies in Kennon Road Fall
Former DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral was found dead after her vehicle plunged into a ravine on Kennon Road. Authorities are investigating the incident. Read the full report.
Alegria, Cebu Halts River Tours Due to Typhoon Wilma
Alegria, Cebu suspends all river tourism activities like canyoneering due to Typhoon Wilma. A Yellow Heavy Rainfall Alert warns of flash floods and landslides. Public urged to follow safety orders.
Compostela City's Month-Long Recovery from Typhoon Tino
A month after Typhoon Tino's devastating floods, Compostela City faces a slow recovery. Local officials cite massive damage and water from Cebu City as key challenges. Learn more about the ongoing relief efforts.
Compostela seeks livelihood aid after Typhoon Tino floods
A month after Typhoon Tino's catastrophic floods, Compostela, Cebu residents rebuild and plead for sustainable livelihood assistance. Over 200 homes damaged, 37 fatalities recorded.
Cebu Floods Kill 150, Experts Urge Climate Action
Over 150 Cebuanos died in Typhoon Tino's flash floods. Experts warn climate change intensifies storms and demand local governments implement integrated water management solutions now.
Verbena Flooding Hits Cebu: Recovery Efforts Underway
Tropical Depression Verbena caused severe flooding in southern Cebu on November 25, 2025, submerging streets and hospitals. Residents now face massive cleanup efforts. Learn how communities are recovering.
Gaway-Gaway River landslide dam clearing underway
Clearing operations target the Gaway-Gaway River landslide dam between San Remigio and Bogo City. A new waterway is reducing the 8-hectare lake's level to prevent flooding. Stay informed.
Teen Boxer Drowns Fishing in Carcar During Typhoon
17-year-old Johnrey Dairo tragically drowned while fishing in Carcar waters during Typhoon Verbena. The promising boxer was searching for food when disaster struck. Read the full story.
Cebu Flooding: Verbena Triggers Hospital Evacuation
Tropical Depression Verbena caused severe flooding in southern Cebu on November 25, 2025, forcing hospital evacuations and damaging homes. Learn how communities are recovering.
Barili Flood Health Alert: Prevent Waterborne Diseases
Barili Primary Care Facility urges residents to guard against waterborne diseases after flash floods from Tropical Depression Verbana. Learn crucial safety steps.
Cebu Records Zero Deaths from Tropical Depression Verbena
Cebu Province reports no fatalities after Tropical Depression Verbena caused flash floods in Barili and other towns. Officials credit successful preemptive evacuations. Read the full report.
Drunk Man Drowns in Consolacion River
A 34-year-old man was found dead in a Consolacion river after falling while intoxicated. Police investigation reveals tragic details of the incident.
Mandaue Preemptive Evacuations for TD Verbena
Mandaue City launches preemptive evacuations for riverside communities as Tropical Depression Verbena brings heavy rain. Mayor Ouano urges cooperation for resident safety.
Iloilo River 4-Month Fishing Ban Starts Dec 2025
Iloilo City closes a 2.7km stretch of the Iloilo River to fishing for four months from Dec 2025 to boost fish populations and ensure food security. Learn about the penalties and conservation goals.
Marcos launches Oplan Kontra Baha in Metro Cebu
President Marcos launches Metro Cebu-wide Oplan Kontra Baha, targeting 161km of rivers and 212km of drainage systems for rehabilitation until July 2026 to combat flooding.
DENR stops Monterrazas operations after environmental violations
DENR orders Monterrazas de Cebu to cease operations following environmental violations. Investigation continues into Cotcot River disaster that killed 60+ people in Liloan.
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.
Mayor Pushes Elevated Classrooms for Flooded Schools
Masantol Mayor Danilo Guintu advocates for hanging classrooms to combat school flooding, ensuring uninterrupted education during the rainy season. Learn about the innovative solution.
Cebu Flood Control Projects Investigated After Typhoon
Independent Commission on Infrastructure investigates Cebu flood control projects after Typhoon Tino caused 108 deaths. Officials vow to file cases against responsible parties.
109 Pampanga Barangays Flooded by Typhoon Uwan
Typhoon Uwan causes severe flooding in 109 Pampanga barangays, affecting over 254,000 people and rendering key roads impassable. Stay informed on the latest disaster updates.
Stalled Cebu Flood Project Worsens Typhoon Damage
Cebu City resident demands DPWH expedite stalled flood control project after Typhoon Tino caused worst flooding in Barangay Tinago. 33 deaths reported citywide.
44 Missing in Cebu After Typhoon Tino Floods
Cebu communities face devastation as search continues for 44 missing persons after Typhoon Tino. 108 confirmed dead, 1,365 injured in widespread flooding. Learn how to help.
Masantol Flood Victims Receive Government Food Packs
Hundreds of families in Masantol, Pampanga received essential food packs as flooding submerges all 26 barangays. Mayor Danilo Guintu leads relief efforts with Nanay Partylist.
Mandaue Flood System Failed Under Typhoon Tino Downpour
Mandaue City's flood control system was not built for extreme rainfall like Typhoon Tino, which dropped a month's rain in 6 hours. Officials urge national government support for dams and better warning systems. Learn how the city plans to improve resilien
Mandaue Flood Control Fails Under Extreme Rain
Mandaue City's flood control system, designed for normal rain, failed when a month's rainfall hit in 6 hours. Officials reveal new infrastructure and early warning plans.
Historic Butuanon River Flooding Kills 10 in Cebu
Typhoon Tino triggers unprecedented flooding in Cebu's Butuanon River, claiming over 10 lives and submerging communities. Residents question flood control effectiveness amid environmental concerns.
Inspection of P26B Cebu Flood Projects After Typhoon
The ICI will investigate P26 billion in flood control projects in Cebu after Typhoon Tino caused severe damage. The probe aims to determine why flooding occurred despite massive funding.
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