Landslide Strikes Sityo Canduang in Sogod, Cebu
A landslide occurred in Sityo Canduang, Barangay Damolog, within the municipality of Sogod, Cebu, on Friday, November 14, 2025. The Sogod Local Government Unit (LGU) officially confirmed the incident, attributing it to persistent rainfall that saturated and softened the soil in the area.
Swift Response and Initial Assessment
According to the joint inspection conducted by the city's Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO) and the Philippine National Police, the landslide debris did not reach the main roadway. It halted near residential areas, preventing a larger-scale disaster. Initial assessments confirmed a positive outcome: no individuals were injured, and no houses were damaged by the geological event.
Despite the absence of immediate harm, the local government, under the leadership of Mayor Monyeen Durano-Streegan, has taken proactive measures. Authorities have issued an order for the immediate, preemptive evacuation of residents living in the vicinity. This decisive action aims to mitigate risks, as the softened ground conditions increase the potential for further ground movement.
Ongoing Monitoring and Public Advisory
Mayor Durano-Streegan has also directed continuous monitoring of the site to ensure the safety of the community and motorists using the nearby road. The public is strongly urged to comply with evacuation directives from officials. Residents are advised not to be stubborn if asked to evacuate, as these orders are issued solely for their personal safety.
This incident aligns with weather advisories from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). The state weather bureau has reported that Cebu is experiencing scattered rainshowers brought by the Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), which likely contributed to the unstable soil conditions leading to the landslide.
