Marcos Orders Faster Disaster Response and Fund Release
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has instructed government agencies to streamline disaster response and fund allocation processes to ensure timely aid reaches affected communities.
Category : Environment
DSWD, Albay LGUs Move Mayon Evacuees to Tent City
The DSWD and local governments in Albay have successfully transferred over 100 families displaced by Mayon Volcano's activity from schools to a newly established Tent City, ensuring their safety and welfare.
Tumana, Marikina Faces Water Crisis Over P26M Debt
Over 2,600 residents in Barangay Tumana, Marikina, confront a looming water disconnection due to a P26-million unpaid bill and a doubled water rate, sparking community anxiety.
Lawyer Blasts PCG Over Slow Rescue in Ship Sinking
Attorney Aquino Sajili, a survivor of the MV Trisha Kerstin 3 sinking, condemns the Philippine Coast Guard for delayed response and questions official accounts of sea conditions during the maritime tragedy.
Missing Plane with 15 People in Colombia-Venezuela Border Search
Authorities are searching for a commercial jet carrying 15 people that disappeared over the Catatumbo region between Colombia and Venezuela. The Satena flight went missing from radar en route from Cucuta to Ocana.
NFEM Shifts Amejara Search to Sector 5 on Day 9
Naval Forces Eastern Mindanao intensifies search for missing MBCA Amejara passengers in Sector 5, 72 nautical miles southwest of Palimban Point, as recovery efforts continue amid challenging conditions.
Fifth Body Recovered from Sunken MBCA Amejara in Davao Occidental
Philippine Navy Ship PS37 transported another body from the sunken MBCA Amejara to Balut Island, bringing total recoveries to five. The incident occurred during peak amihan season, which has intensified sea conditions across the Philippines, contributing
Cebu Towns to Serve as Temporary Waste Transfer Sites
Governor Pamela Baricuatro announces Aloguinsan and Toledo as temporary waste transfer sites for Cebu City, with plans for a waste-to-energy facility pending approval.
Cebu Landfill Impact: A Cyclist's View on Community Suffering
A Cebuano cyclist shares personal experiences with landfill odors in Consolacion and Inayawan, highlighting environmental damage and community opposition to waste disposal practices in Cebu City and province.
Student Examines Waste-to-Energy for PH Garbage Crisis
A student journalist explores waste-to-energy technology as potential solution to Philippines' mounting garbage problem, comparing international practices with local challenges in Cebu and nationwide.
5.7 Quake Hits Sultan Kudarat, Classes Suspended
A magnitude 5.7 tectonic earthquake struck off Kalamansig, Sultan Kudarat early Wednesday, prompting evacuations and class suspensions in affected coastal towns.
NBI to Investigate Binaliw Landfill Tragedy, 36 Dead
The newly appointed NBI Central Visayas Director announces an investigation into the Binaliw landfill trash slide that killed 36 workers, with ongoing monitoring of related flood control cases.
Waste Recovery Becomes Livelihood in Mandaue Park
Residents in Mandaue City find daily income by collecting and selling recyclable materials at a temporary dumpsite in Mandaue Green Learning Park, highlighting waste recovery as a vital livelihood source for those with limited job opportunities.
NBI Probes Cebu Landfill Collapse That Killed 36
The National Bureau of Investigation in Central Visayas initiates an investigation into the Binaliw landfill collapse in Cebu City, which caused 36 fatalities and a severe garbage crisis, prompting emergency waste management measures.
Cebu Waste Crisis: Citizen Action Beyond Government
Following the Binaliw landfill tragedy, Cebu City faces a severe waste management challenge. This article explores practical home-based solutions like segregation and composting to ease the burden.
DENR-Davao Advises on Snake Safety After Incidents
Following two snake-related incidents in Davao Region, DENR-Davao reminds the public of legal responsibilities under RA 9147 and provides expert safety tips for wildlife encounters.
Davao Cadet Missing in Ferry Sinking, Family Seeks Help
The family of 22-year-old Davao cadet Kyle Punsalang continues to appeal for assistance as he remains missing after the MV Trisha Kerstin 3 sank off Basilan. The Philippine Coast Guard confirms 10 missing, 18 dead, and 316 rescued in the maritime tragedy.
Arayat Flood Control Failure Displaces 22 Families
Local officials in Arayat, Pampanga are arranging resettlement for 22 families displaced after a flood control structure eroded in Barangay Candating, with coordination involving DHSUD and DPWH.
Pampanga Water Project Serves 580 Families in Lubao
The Pampanga provincial government has finished a P7.6-million clean water initiative in Barangay Bancal Pugad, Lubao, benefiting over 580 households with reliable supply.
Aquino Leads Push for Nuclear Liability Law in Senate
Senator Bam Aquino emphasizes the need for a robust nuclear liability framework to secure public trust and private investment as the Philippines moves toward nuclear energy adoption.
Mandaue Residents Earn Income from Recycling Waste
Residents in Mandaue City are generating daily income by collecting and selling recyclable materials at a temporary dumpsite and the Barangay Umapad Mandaue Green Learning Park, showcasing how waste recovery supports livelihoods amid limited employment op
Bacolod, DOE Launch Waste-to-Energy and Solar Initiatives
Bacolod City Government and the Department of Energy sign a memorandum of agreement for Waste-to-Energy development and launch a solar program for public buildings to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability.
PNP Aids Basilan Vessel Sinking Probe: 18 Dead, 24 Missing
The Philippine National Police assists in search, rescue, and investigation after M/V Trisha Kerstin 3 sinks off Pilas Island, Basilan, with 18 fatalities and 24 missing persons reported.
Samal Mayor Warns Against Boat Travel to Talikud Island
Mayor Lemuel Reyes advises residents to postpone nonessential trips to Talikud Island due to dangerous sea conditions, following two recent capsizing incidents in Mindanao that claimed lives.
Mandaue Waste Crisis: Binaliw Landfill Closure Sparks Emergency
Mandaue City faces a severe daily waste disposal crisis due to the temporary shutdown of the Barangay Binaliw landfill, prompting officials to implement short-term measures while seeking a permanent solution.
Lapu-Lapu City Waste Segregation Fines Up to P5,000
Lapu-Lapu City implements a new ordinance mandating proper waste segregation at barangay level, with fines ranging from P300 to P5,000 for non-compliance to reduce landfill waste.
Another Cadaver Found in Davao Gulf Capsizing Search
Philippine Coast Guard recovers sixth body in Davao Gulf motorbanca tragedy as search expands to Celebes Sea. Nine individuals remain missing after vessel capsized without permit.
MV Trisha Kerstin 3 Sinks in Basilan: 15+ Dead, 200+ Rescued
A passenger cargo vessel, MV Trisha Kerstin 3, sank off Baluk-Baluk Island in Basilan, resulting in over 15 fatalities and more than 200 rescued. Authorities continue search for 43 missing persons.
Metro Cebu's 'No Segregation, No Collection' Policy Starts
Metro Cebu cities launch a strict 'No Segregation, No Collection' garbage policy after the Binaliw landfill closure. Fines and color-coded bins aim to tackle the waste crisis.
Consolacion Landfill Nears Catastrophic Overload, Cera Warns
Cebu Electricity Rights Advocates (Cera) warns the Consolacion landfill is approaching a 'catastrophic overload' due to diverted waste, risking a Binaliw-like disaster and linking to Cebu's energy crisis.
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