MV Trisha Kerstin 3 Death Toll Rises to 42
Philippine Coast Guard confirms 42 fatalities from MV Trisha Kerstin 3 sinking after recovering additional bodies. Investigation into safety violations continues as survivors remain at 316.
Category : Environment
Cebu City Mandates Waste Shredding in All Barangays Post-Collapse
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival directs all 80 barangays to implement waste shredding, allocating P8 million per barangay from unused disaster funds to reduce garbage volume and prevent future landfill disasters.
Cebu City Cuts Waste by 50 Tons Daily Through Enforcement
Cebu City reduced daily garbage by 50 tons through strict segregation and composting, saving ₱50M annually. This proves RA 9003 works when enforced, highlighting governance over technology as key to sustainable waste management.
PhilRice Urges Synchronized Strategies Against Rice Field Rats
The Philippine Rice Research Institute warns that rats can destroy up to 90% of rice crops and recommends early, community-based management approaches to prevent severe yield losses.
Rotary Opens P5.7-M Water System in Floridablanca
A new P5.7-million water and sanitation facility, funded by Rotary Clubs from the Philippines and South Korea, now provides clean water to Sitio Camachile residents and Camachile Elementary School in Floridablanca, Pampanga.
Mandaue Officials Optimistic on Binaliw Landfill Reopening
Mandaue City officials express cautious optimism that the Barangay Binaliw landfill in Cebu City will resume operations before March, following operator commitments to meet DENR environmental standards.
Three Bodies Found in Sunken Ship Search, Deaths Rise to 39
The Philippine Coast Guard reports three additional bodies recovered in Basilan, raising fatalities to 39, with 316 survivors from the M/V Trisha Kerstin 3 sinking.
Shear Line Triggers Rains, Thunderstorms in PH
PAGASA forecasts scattered rains and isolated thunderstorms across large parts of the Philippines due to the shear line, with moderate to heavy rains expected in Visayas and other areas, potentially causing flash floods or landslides.
Multicab Accident Injures 8 in Minglanilla Fiesta
A multicab driven by a barangay captain lost brakes and hit eight individuals celebrating a fiesta in Barangay Candulawan, Minglanilla. Victims are in stable condition, with the driver cooperating and covering medical costs.
Cebu Waste Crisis: Residents on Segregation Policy
Cebu City faces ongoing waste management challenges post-Binaliw landfill closure, with residents expressing mixed reactions to the 'no segregation, no collection' policy amid enforcement issues.
Cebu Allocates P708.1M for Earthquake Recovery in Northern Areas
The Cebu provincial government commits P708.1 million as initial funding for a three-year rehabilitation plan in northern Cebu, part of a larger P19.28 billion recovery effort after the September 2025 magnitude 6.9 earthquake.
Death Toll Hits 39 in Basilan Ferry Sinking
The Philippine Coast Guard reports three more bodies recovered from the M/V Trisha Kerstin 3, bringing the total fatalities to 39. Authorities continue search efforts amid conflicting passenger counts and challenging sea conditions.
Cebu Landslide Zone Truck Operations Spark Safety Fears
Heavy truck activity continues in Cebu's landslide disaster area, where 36 died, prompting residents and officials to demand an immediate stop over fears of another tragedy.
Cebu City's Garbage Crisis: Landfill Collapse Sparks Waste Rule Crackdown
Cebu City faces a severe garbage crisis after the Binaliw landfill collapse, enforcing 'No Segregation, No Collection' policies amid resident frustrations over inefficient waste management systems.
Davao City Plants 2,300 Mangroves for Coastal Defense
Davao City's Environment Office led a mangrove planting and cleanup, planting 2,300 trees in Matina Aplaya to boost disaster resilience and biodiversity during Zero Waste Month.
Youth Fellowship Addresses Davao Cacao Industry Issues
A youth-focused fellowship in Davao City brings together creatives to address climate change, pests, and sustainability challenges facing the region's renowned cacao industry through co-created narratives.
Central Luzon Waters Free from Red Tide, BFAR Reports
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources confirms that shellfish from Bataan, Pampanga, Bulacan, and Zambales are safe to eat, with no toxic red tide detected in recent tests.
Mayon Volcano Alert Level 3 Persists, Hazards Warned
Mayon Volcano in Albay remains under Alert Level 3 as of February 1, 2026, with Phivolcs reporting ongoing lava dome growth, high gas emissions, and multiple hazards. The public is urged to stay vigilant.
Bacolod Flooding: 24 Barangays Hit by Shear Line
Heavy rainfall from a shear line weather system caused flooding in 24 barangays of Bacolod City on January 31, 2026, displacing 48 families and 171 individuals.
Shear Line Brings Heavy Rains, Flood Risk in PH
PAGASA forecasts moderate to heavy rains in Visayas, Bicol, and other regions due to a shear line, with localized flooding possible in urban and low-lying areas.
Cebu P708M for Northern Cebu Quake Recovery
The Cebu Provincial Government commits P708.1 million as initial funding for a P19.28 billion three-year rehabilitation plan following the 2025 magnitude 6.9 earthquake in northern Cebu.
Basilan Ferry Death Toll Hits 36, Investigation Intensifies
The death toll from the sunken M/V Trisha Kerstin 3 ferry in Basilan has increased to 36 as Philippine Coast Guard continues search operations. Authorities investigate safety violations amid challenging recovery conditions.
Pagasa: Cloudy Skies, Rains for Cebu in Early February
Pagasa Visayas warns of cloudy skies and scattered rains in Cebu due to a shear line and northeast monsoon, with potential hazards for sea travel and flooding.
Cebu City Reduces Waste by 50 Tons Daily with Segregation
Cebu City has successfully reduced its daily waste collection by at least 50 tons through strict waste segregation at the barangay level and shredding operations, particularly at Carbon Market, saving P150,000 daily in disposal costs.
Cebu Waste Crisis: Mayor Urges Patience and Cooperation
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival addresses criticism over ASEAN-themed tarpaulins at SRP, emphasizing that the decades-old garbage problem requires sustained effort, not overnight solutions, and calls for community cooperation.
Cebu City Reduces Trash by 50 Tons Daily
Cebu City has achieved a significant waste reduction of 50 tons per day by enforcing stricter segregation and using shredding technology, saving P150,000 daily and promoting a circular economy.
Cebu's Wet February: Shear Line, Amihan Bring Rains
Cebu City residents face mostly cloudy skies with intermittent showers in early February due to a shear line and northeast monsoon, with Pagasa warning of hazardous sea conditions and possible flash floods.
Ferry Sinking Death Toll Rises to 37 in Basilan
The death toll from the January 26 passenger ferry sinking off Basilan has increased to 37 as Philippine Coast Guard-led search and retrieval operations persist, with three more bodies recovered.
Rice Emergency Extended in February by DA
The Department of Agriculture will keep the food security emergency for rice in February to manage supply and demand, citing the need for the new Rice Act.
DSWD Sets Up Tents for Sultan Kudarat Quake Displaced
The DSWD has established family tents in Lebak and Kalamansig, Sultan Kudarat, providing temporary shelter for families displaced by recent earthquakes, with over PHP12.5 million in aid distributed.
Page 6 of 48