19 people die from drowning incidents during Holy Week 2024 — reports
Close to 20 fatalities have been recorded by the Philippine National Police due to drowning during the observance of Holy Week......»»
21 dead from road mishaps, drowning during Holy Week
Twenty-one people have died from drowning and vehicular crashes across the country during the Holy Week break, the Philippine National Police reported yesterday......»»
PNP: 29 dead due to drowning during Holy Week 2024
PNP: 29 dead due to drowning during Holy Week 2024.....»»
12 people drown in Philippines during past week break
MANILA, April 1 (Xinhua) -- At least 12 people, including a three-year-old boy, have drowned in the Calabarzon region during the past holy week break starting March 28, local police said on Monday. The victims died in separate incidents in the region, which is located in southeast of Manila and comprises five provinces. Filipinos observe the holy week that falls during summer by heading to the beach or ri.....»»
56 incidents reported during Holy Week
The Philippine National Police recorded at least 56 incidents during the Holy Week break, PNP spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo reported yesterday......»»
53% drop in Davao City’s road accidents: DCPO-TEU
The Davao City Police Office-Traffic Enforcement Unit (DCPO-TEU) has reported a significant 53% decrease in road accidents during the first 16 days of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Deputy Chief Pcpt. Raymundo B. Bacera Jr. revealed these statistics during the ISpeak media forum, citing 213 recorded incidents in 2023, compared to only 102 in 2024. He noted a reduction in the number of vehicles involved, from 120 to 51. Human error was identified as the primary cause of accidents, accounting for 97% of cases, while vehicle defects and road defects contributed to 2% and 1% of incidents, respectively. Private vehicles were involved in 40% of the accidents, with common human errors including texting/calling while driving, overtaking, and speeding. The peak hours for accidents were identified as between 2 pm to 4 pm. Despite the implementation of the New Speed Limit Ordinance, which came into effect on January 11, 2024, Dionisio Abude, head of the City Transport and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO), emphasized that the ordinance cannot guarantee the absence of road incidents, highlighting the critical role of driver behavior and driving habits. Since the ordinance's enforcement, CTTMO and DCPO-TEU have issued citations to 730 violators, with private vehicles constituting 49% of the total, followed by motorcycles, taxis, trucks, public utility jeepneys, buses, and public utility vans......»»
Philippines logs nearly 11,000 gun-related incidents from 2022 to 2024
MANILA, March 11 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine National Police (PNP) has recorded 10,936 gun-related incidents, including shootings, from 2022 until this year, a spokesperson of the national police said Monday. The majority of them were shooting incidents, alarm and scandal, grave threat, and robbery, Police Colonel Jean Fajardo said in a press conference, adding that 5,172 of the cases were recorded in 2022, 4,956.....»»
Philippines logs nearly 11,000 gun-related incidents from 2022 to 2024
MANILA, March 11 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine National Police (PNP) has recorded 10,936 gun-related incidents, including shootings, from 2022 until this year, a spokesperson of the national police said Monday. The majority of them were shooting incidents, alarm and scandal, grave threat, and robbery, Police Colonel Jean Fajardo said in a press conference, adding that 5,172 of the cases were recorded in 2022, 4,956.....»»
Holy Week 2024: Testimonies of conversion, healing echo at Tabor Hill
CEBU CITY, Philippines – In the serene hills of Talamban in Cebu City, devout Catholics gathered at OAD Tabor Hill to partake in the timeless traditions of Holy Week 2024. These practices have become integral in their lives as they hold deeply engraved meaning for their faith and personal devotion. READ: Holy Week 2024: Tabor.....»»
Security guard dies while saving 2 minors from drowning
CEBU CITY, Philippines — An 18-year-old security guard died while saving two drowning minors at a beach in Barangay Catarman, Liloan town, on Sunday, February 4, 2024. The victim was identified as Judel Escorel, a working student and resident of Barangay Poog, Toledo City. The minors he saved are cousins aged 11 and 12. According.....»»
5 drown in Philippines while swimming to cool off
MANILA, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Five people, including three children, have died Sunday from drowning in five separate incidents in the Philippines, police reported on Monday. Police said the fatal accidents occurred during outings to beat the scorching heat sweeping the country the past weeks. A 24-year-old female worker died while swimming in Laguna province along with fellow factory workers. A six-year-ol.....»»
CL cops log spike in drowning cases
CL cops log spike in drowning cases.....»»
2.5 million sea travelers logged during Holy Week
Close to 2.5 million people traveled by sea during the Holy Week, according to the Philippine Coast Guard......»»
Holy Week 2024: Remembering the suffering of Jesus Christ at the Celestial Gardens
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Remembering the passion and death of Jesus Christ is the highlight of the Holy Week in the Roman Catholic tradition. During this season, Catholics from all over the world usually conduct Visita Iglesia or pray at the Stations of the Cross. In Cebu City, among the places that people visit when.....»»
LIST: Mall hours for 2024 Holy Week
Several malls and shopping establishments will have adjusted operating hours during certain days in the Holy Week but will be closed during Maundy Thursday and Good Friday. .....»»
Navigating Holy Week Travels: A Pilgrim’s Guide
As the solemnity of Holy Week draws near, many embark on journeys, seeking spiritual solace or simply a break from the daily grind. Yet, traversing the roads during this sacred time requires a mindful approach. Here, we offer a compass to navigate the seas of travel during this revered period. First and foremost, foresight is […].....»»
Simula Enero, mahigit 200 na ang patay dahil sa pagkalunod –PNP
AS of March 28, nasa 212 na ang patay dahil sa pagkalunod sa karagatan at ilog sa buong bansa. Ayon ito sa report ng Philippine National Police (PNP) na ipinadala sa INQUIRER.net kamakailan lang. Base sa datos, 223 individuals ang sangkot sa drowning incidents mula pa noong nagsimula ang taong 2024. Maliban sa 212 deaths,.....»»
Holy Week drugs: CV police seize P39.3M in illegal drugs
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Holy Week drugs worth P39,370,368 were seized by Central Visayas police who also apprehended 1,296 suspects during this period. According to data from the Police Regional Office in Central Visayas (PRO-7), this accomplishment was the result of unrelenting police operations conducted from March 24-31, 2024. PRO-7 earlier relayed that this year’s.....»»
PMPI Issues Urgent Warning against Alleged Manipulation of People s Initiative for Constitutional Amendments
Philippine Misereor Partnership Inc. (PMPI) expresses alarm over reports that a campaign to amend our Constitution through the people's initiative has begun.Various accounts have alleged that payment or aid is being used to lure people to sign documents to push for the so-called charter change through a people's initiative. Worse, there are reports that local government officials have facilitated these alleged c.....»»
PMPI Issues Urgent Warning against Alleged Manipulation of People s Initiative for Constitutional Amendments
Philippine Misereor Partnership Inc. (PMPI) expresses alarm over reports that a campaign to amend our Constitution through the people's initiative has begun.Various accounts have alleged that payment or aid is being used to lure people to sign documents to push for the so-called charter change through a people's initiative. Worse, there are reports that local government officials have facilitated these alleged c.....»»
Vietnam, Philippines agree to prevent incidents in South China Sea
HANOI, Vietnam: During a state visit to Hanoi by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., this week, Vietnam and the Philippines agreed to prevent untoward incidents in the South China Sea and enhance the cooperation between their coastguards. The two memorandums of understanding (MoU) on security signed by the two Southeast Asian countries, which have competing claims over parts of the South China Sea, cover "incident p.....»»