Category : Natural Disasters


DSWD VI Provides Emergency Aid to Typhoon and Fire Victims

DSWD Field Office VI personnel distributed emergency cash assistance to typhoon-affected families in Antique and relief goods to fire victims in Iloilo City on March 19, 2026, as part of ongoing government disaster response efforts.

Iloilo City Fire Destroys Homes, Displaces 77 Residents

A devastating residential fire in Barangay Gustilo, La Paz District, Iloilo City, has completely destroyed 13 houses and partially damaged five others, displacing 77 individuals from 19 families. Authorities are providing temporary shelter and assistance

Kanlaon Eruption Causes Forest Fires, Ashfall in Negros

A moderately explosive eruption of Kanlaon Volcano on Sunday evening led to forest fires on its slopes and ashfall affecting 54 barangays across Negros Occidental and Negros Oriental, prompting class suspensions and health advisories.

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.

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

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.

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

Two Dead in Rizal Helicopter Crash, Investigation Continues

A civilian helicopter crashed in Pililla, Rizal, on March 3, 2026, killing two individuals and injuring three others, including the critically injured pilot. Mayor John Masinsin confirmed the incident, noting no houses were damaged, and authorities are in

Fishing Vessel Rescues 15 from Sinking Boat in Basilan

A Mega Fishing Corporation vessel rescued 15 people from a half-submerged motorboat near Baluk-Baluk Island, Basilan. The Philippine Coast Guard confirmed the safe recovery and medical assessment of all individuals.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Kanlaon Volcano Eruption Causes Ashfall and Evacuations

A moderately explosive eruption of Kanlaon Volcano on February 26, 2026, led to ashfall, shockwaves, and evacuations across 13 cities and municipalities in Negros Occidental, with classes suspended and health advisories issued.

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