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Cebu Hospitals Hit by Ambulance Driver Shortage

Emergency services in 16 Cebu hospitals are delayed due to a critical shortage of ambulance drivers. The provincial government is now allocating funds to hire more personnel and strengthen response capabilities.

DOLE Tightens Watch on Fireworks Industry for Holidays

The Department of Labor and Employment directs its field personnel to strictly monitor pyrotechnics firms for OSH compliance. The move aims to prevent workplace accidents during the peak production season.

Cebu Water Crisis Forum Aims to Build Resilience

Cebu faces a water paradox of floods and shortages. The Water Secure PH Forum, starting Nov 27, 2025, unites experts to train LGUs on actionable plans for water security and climate resilience. Join the effort!

DOLE grants P820K aid to Pagadian business ARAS

DOLE provides P820,000 assistance to ARAS in Pagadian City under its AMP program, enhancing business operations and supporting 35 employees. Discover how this initiative fuels recovery.

PHP35 Daily Wage Hike Approved for Eastern Visayas

Private sector workers in Eastern Visayas get a PHP35 daily wage increase. The hike starts with PHP17, effective 15 days after publication, and PHP18 from June 1, 2026. Kasambahay pay also rises.

Davao City Accelerates PPP Parking Hub Proposals

Davao City government intensifies PPP efforts for multi-level parking hubs amid worsening congestion. JBC Food Corporation expresses interest in developing temporary and long-term parking facilities.

Cebu Water Crisis Persists After Typhoon Tino

Metro Cebu residents and businesses struggle with water shortages more than two weeks after Typhoon Tino. Learn how communities are coping and when restoration is expected.

Cebu Water Crisis Deepens After Typhoon Tino

Consumer watchdog warns delayed power restoration in Cebu Province triggers widespread water shortages, sanitation risks. Urgent action needed to prioritize water pumping stations.

Cebu Water Crisis: 70K Homes Dry After Typhoon

Over 70,000 Cebu households face water shortage after Typhoon Tino severely damaged Lusaran Dam and other key water sources. Officials race to restore supply amid logistical challenges.

Cebu water crisis affects 70,000 households post-typhoon

Typhoon Tino's devastation leaves 70,000 Cebu households without reliable water supply. MCWD races to restore damaged facilities while residents rely on deep wells and water rationing. Learn how the city is coping.

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