Cebu City Clears Garbage, Faces Billion-Peso Waste Crisis

Cebu City has cleared a temporary garbage holding area to meet a self-imposed deadline, but faces severe logistical and financial challenges after a deadly landfill collapse. The city now hauls waste 60 km away, with costs potentially reaching P1 billion,

House Fire in Liloan Destroys Property, Dog Perishes

A residential fire in Proper 2, Barangay San Vicente, Liloan, erupted on Sunday afternoon, March 15, 2026, destroying the home owned by Juvelyn Brillante. No human casualties were reported, but a dog died in the blaze.

Cebu City Considers Bulacan-Style Waste Incineration Plant

Cebu City Councilor Winston Pepito urges the local government to study investing in a modern waste processing facility, similar to one in Bulacan, to address the city's long-standing garbage problem, with an estimated cost of P400 million.

NCCC Mall Victoria Plaza Fire: Management Warns Against Rumors

A fire broke out at the rooftop of the old NCCC Mall Victoria Plaza in Davao City on March 14, 2026. Management urges the public to avoid spreading unverified information as authorities investigate the cause, with the blaze quickly extinguished by respond

Injured Green Sea Turtle Rescued in Zamboanga del Sur

An injured green sea turtle, rescued last week after becoming trapped in a fish corral in Zamboanga del Sur, is now receiving medical care at the DENR Regional Wildlife Rescue Center. Authorities plan to release it back into the wild once fully recovered.

₱19.5M Hazardous Materials Seized, 11 Chinese Arrested in Raid

Authorities confiscated ₱19.5 million worth of hazardous materials and arrested 11 Chinese nationals during a raid on an illegal battery recycling facility in San Simon town. The operation targeted violations of the Toxic Substances and Hazardous Waste Co

Bacolod Delegates Join UN Air Quality Conference in Bangkok

Bacolod City officials participated in the UN's Better Air Quality International Conference 2026 in Bangkok, sharing local initiatives like the anti-smoking ordinance and seeking global strategies for cleaner air and sustainable urban development.

Fair Weather in Cebu as Amihan Strengthens

Cebu residents can anticipate generally fair weather with isolated light rains due to the northeast monsoon, or 'amihan,' according to the latest Pagasa bulletin. No significant storms are expected to impact the region.

Extreme Rainfall Caused Cebu Flash Floods, Study Finds

A University of the Philippines study identifies extreme rainfall as the primary cause of Cebu's devastating flash floods during Typhoon Tino, but raises critical questions about infrastructure, policy, and governance.

DA-Davao Gives Horses to Farmers for Remote Crop Hauling

The Department of Agriculture-Davao's Livestock Program has distributed four horses to the Balukot Farmers Association to help transport corn, bananas, and root crops from mountainous farms where mechanized transport is impractical.

Cebu City Fire Surge Leaves Dozens Homeless, Millions in Damage

Cebu City experienced a rapid wave of fire emergencies in early March 2026, with seven incidents recorded, destroying 65 structures and displacing numerous families. The Bureau of Fire Protection highlights electrical issues as the primary cause and urges

Guaiabero Bird Spotted in Davao de Oro Protected Area

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Davao Region documented the Guaiabero, or Philippine Hanging Parrot, during a biodiversity survey in Mainit Hot Springs Protected Landscape, highlighting conservation needs amid habitat threats.

Cebu Governor Opposes Bantayan Island Condo Project

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro has reiterated her strong opposition to The Stria development in Santa Fe, Bantayan Island, citing environmental violations and illegal construction in a protected zone.

BFAR and Air Force Partner to Fight Illegal Fishing

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in Central Visayas has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Philippine Air Force to enhance aerial surveillance and enforcement against illegal fishing activities across key regional waters.

Balanga Residents Get Affordable Rice via Kadiwa Store

Approximately 600 residents in Barangay Cupang Proper, Balanga City, received 10 kilograms each of subsidized rice through the Kadiwa ng Pangulo rolling store initiative, part of a broader government effort to enhance food security and reduce household co

La Niña Ends, PAGASA Warns of Rain and Storm Risks

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has announced the end of the La Niña phenomenon, with Pacific Ocean conditions returning to ENSO-neutral. This state is expected to persist until mid-2026, but the a

Tropical Depression Forms Outside PH Waters, May Enter PAR

A low pressure area outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility has intensified into a tropical depression with winds up to 60 km/h. Weather authorities are monitoring its westward movement, which could bring it into Philippine territory within 1-2 days

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