Category : Natural Disasters


MV Trisha Kerstin 3 Sinking: Death Toll Now 42

The Philippine Coast Guard confirms the recovery of two more bodies, bringing the total fatalities from the January 26 passenger vessel sinking in Basilan to 42. Authorities coordinate to finalize the casualty count.

MV Trisha Kerstin 3 Death Toll Rises to 42 in Basilan

The Philippine Coast Guard reports two more bodies recovered from the MV Trisha Kerstin 3 sinking, bringing fatalities to 42. Search operations continue for 27 missing passengers amid challenging conditions.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

Cebu Creates TWG for Geohazard Assessment After Quake

Cebu Province establishes a technical working group to speed up geohazard assessments and address delays in rehabilitation after the 2025 earthquake, with mayors highlighting equipment issues at MGB.

Binaliw Incident: Rescue Response and Next Steps

A detailed look at the rescue operations following the Binaliw incident, the immediate response efforts, and the upcoming measures to address the aftermath and prevent future occurrences.

Two More Bodies Found in Basilan Sea Tragedy

Philippine Coast Guard recovers two additional bodies from the Trisha Kerstin 3 sinking, raising the death toll to 31 as search operations continue in Hadji Muhtamad, Basilan.

Basilan Sea Tragedy: Death Toll Hits 29 After PCG Recovery

The Philippine Coast Guard recovers 11 more bodies from the Trisha Kerstin 3 sinking off Basilan, raising the death toll to 29. Hundreds of passengers scramble for tickets after Aleson Shipping Lines' fleet is suspended.

No Tsunami Threat from Sultan Kudarat Quake Swarm

Phivolcs assures no tsunami warning after 1,646 earthquakes hit Sultan Kudarat over two weeks, with strongest at magnitude 5.9. Classes and work suspended in affected towns as precaution.

Arayat Dike Collapses Again, Damaging Over 20 Homes

More than 20 houses were damaged after a controversial dike in Barangay Candating, Arayat, Pampanga collapsed on Friday afternoon. This marks the second failure of the flood control structure, prompting DPWH to plan legal action and seek expert solutions.

Yacht Fire in Tingloy, Batangas: 7 Crew Rescued Safely

A motor yacht, M/Y Allusive, caught fire while sailing in Tingloy, Batangas waters. The Philippine Coast Guard rescued all seven Filipino crew members, with no injuries reported. The incident is under investigation for a possible electrical failure.

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.

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.

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