Bacolod Activates Teams After Iloilo Quake

Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya orders Rapid Damage Assessment teams into action following a magnitude 4.8 earthquake in Iloilo. The quake was felt at Intensity 2 in Bacolod, with most schools declared safe.

336 Olive Ridley Turtle Hatchlings Released in Bataan

A total of 336 olive ridley sea turtle hatchlings were ceremonially released into the sea in Morong, Bataan, highlighting collaborative conservation efforts involving DENR, local communities, and various stakeholders.

Cebu Fire Displaces 70, Burns 9 Homes in Barangay Guadalupe

A fire in Sityo Tambis, Banawa, Barangay Guadalupe, Cebu City on March 2, 2026, displaced 22 families or 70 individuals, destroying nine homes. One person suffered burns, but no fatalities were reported as authorities investigate the cause.

Two Dead in Pililla Helicopter Crash; Investigation Underway

A civilian helicopter crash in Pililla, Rizal, on March 3, 2026, resulted in two fatalities and three injuries, including a critically injured pilot. Mayor John Masinsin confirmed the incident involved two foreign nationals, with no houses damaged.

Cebu City Fire Damages Homes During Fire Prevention Month

A second-alarm fire in Sitio Tambis, Banawa, Cebu City, damaged nine residential structures and affected 70 individuals, occurring at the start of Fire Prevention Month. Authorities deployed 12 fire trucks and contained the blaze within 42 minutes.

Warm, Humid Weather Forecast with Isolated Rains

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) predicts warm and humid conditions across most areas, with isolated afternoon or evening rains and potential severe thunderstorms.

Oil Spill Anniversary: Communities Still Suffer, Demand Action

Three years after the devastating oil spill in the Verde Island Passage, fishing communities continue to struggle with fragile livelihoods and incomplete justice. As DENR leadership changes, Caritas Philippines calls for decisive action to protect this vi

Davao del Sur Opens ₱7M Hanging Bridges for Isolated Areas

The Provincial Government of Davao del Sur has officially turned over two hanging bridges worth nearly ₱7 million in remote sitios, providing safer access for hundreds of residents, including the Bagobo-Tagabawa tribe, to schools, markets, and health serv

Mayor Supports NSCR Project, Emphasizes Environmental Balance

Magalang Mayor Malu Paras Lacson supports the North-South Commuter Railway, citing enhanced Luzon connectivity and development. She joined a DOTr tree-planting inspection, emphasizing environmental protection alongside infrastructure progress.

DENR Launches Pawikan Conservation Project in Zambales

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has initiated Project BLUE, a seven-year marine turtle conservation program in Masinloc, Zambales, aiming to protect threatened pawikan species and support sustainable coastal livelihoods.

Nine Arrested in Negros Illegal Mining Operation

A joint operation led by CIDG-Negros Occidental resulted in the arrest of nine individuals for alleged illegal mining in Hinoba-an. Governor Lacson praised the inter-agency collaboration, emphasizing strict enforcement of environmental laws.

Cebu City Recommends Cease Order for Illegal Earth-Moving

Cebu City Environment Office flags illegal earth-moving activities in Binaliw upland subdivision, recommending a cease-and-desist order against Powerplus Aggregate Systems Co., Ltd. for violating landslide prevention orders.

Cebu SRP Waste Dump Called 'Ecologically Unwise'

A chemical engineering specialist warns that using South Road Properties as a temporary garbage dump risks contaminating nearby mangroves and creeks, citing ecological dangers and health hazards.

Fire Displaces 11 Families in Lapu-Lapu City

A blaze in Barangay Basak, Lapu-Lapu City, destroyed 13 houses, displacing 35 individuals. Authorities responded swiftly, with no injuries reported and ongoing investigations into electrical failure as a possible cause.

DENR Releases 94 Hawksbill Turtle Hatchlings in Zamboanga

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources successfully released 94 critically endangered hawksbill turtle hatchlings along the shoreline of Mamad village in Zamboanga del Norte, marking the second such conservation effort in February.

Zamboanga Fire Destroys P12M Property, 10 Homes

A devastating fire in Zamboanga City's Baliwasan village destroyed P12 million worth of property, razing 10 homes. Firefighters battled the blaze for nearly two hours before bringing it under control.

Kanlaon Volcano Eruption Causes Ashfall Across Negros

Twelve LGUs in Negros Island Region report ashfall and sulfuric odors after Kanlaon Volcano's explosive eruption on February 26, 2026, with PHIVOLCS detailing a two-minute event generating a 2,500-meter plume.

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