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DPWH tallies 268 gov’t and school buildings partially destroyed in Hinatuan quake

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Davao Region reported that a total of 268 school and national government buildings were partially destroyed by the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur on December 2. The estimated damage amounted to P108,497,894.84 for school buildings and P1,899,365.60 for national government buildings. The damages included cracks on walls and falling debris such as ceilings. According to Engr. Alexander Turingan of DPWH XI, there were no reported damages in Davao Occidental and Davao del Sur. Franz Irag, Office of Civil Defense (OCD) XI operations head, emphasized the importance of addressing damages to school buildings, which also serve as evacuation centers during calamities. Dean Ortiz, spokesperson of DPWH XI, highlighted the agency's focus on national roads and bridges, clarifying that they will respond to requests to inspect private and government buildings. Architect Kashagar Toghyani, officer-in-charge of the Office City Building Official (OCBO) of Davao City, urged private building owners to promptly engage professional engineers to assess structural integrity, especially for buildings housing more than 10 individuals. He emphasized the necessity of fire inspections and transparency with building occupants to ensure their safety. The recent earthquakes did not affect government buildings in the Davao Region, and DPWH is committed to conducting thorough assessments and ensuring the safety of buildings and their occupants in the aftermath of the quake......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

Speaker endorses release of P150 million to Davao flood victims

Speaker Martin Romualdez has endorsed the immediate release of P150 million in financial aid, through the Department of Social Welfare and Development, to the flood victims in Davao region......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

Speaker endorses P150 million aid for Davao flood victims

Upto P150 million in financial assistance has been endorsed by Speaker Martin Romualdez for flood victims in Davao region......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

DPWH completes projects in Bataan, Nueva Ecija

DPWH completes projects in Bataan, Nueva Ecija.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

DPWH completes projects in Central Luzon provinces

DPWH completes projects in Central Luzon provinces.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

DPWH completes infra projects in Aurora, Ecija

DPWH completes infra projects in Aurora, Ecija.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Flood control structure erected in Brgy. Casab-ahan

A flood control structure built along Gandara River in Brgy. Casab-ahan has already been completed according to the Department of Public Works and Highways Samar First District Engineering Office......»»

Category: newsSource:  samarnewsRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024

Davao lawmakers thank President Marcos, Romualdez for aiding flood victims

Lawmakers from Davao have thanked President Marcos and Speaker Martin Romualdez for continuously sending aid to flood victims in the region, including the endorsement of P150 million in cash aid and 51,000 food packs......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

Free leptospirosis meds, anti-tetanus vaccines for flood-affected residents

Summary: The Davao City Health Office (CHO) is providing free medicines for leptospirosis and anti-tetanus shots to residents affected by floods. Dr. Tomas Miguel Ababon, CHO Officer-In-Charge, announced the availability of these medications during a media forum, emphasizing their dispatch during emergencies. He highlighted the proactive response of health district staff, ensuring that evacuation centers are equipped with prophylaxis for leptospirosis. Additionally, tetanus toxoid, dressings, and antibiotics are available for flood-related injuries. Ababon emphasized that these services and medications are provided free of charge. He advised seeking a doctor's guidance for the dosage of prophylaxis medicine, as well as the administration of antibiotics due to potential allergies. Despite recording 17 cases of leptospirosis in the first two weeks of the month, no related deaths were reported. This initiative aims to safeguard the health of flood-affected residents in Davao City......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Calbayog Airport by-pass road commences second phase

Second phase in the construction of Calbayog Airport by-pass road is now underway with a contract amount of P69.12 million taken from the General Appropriations Act (GAA) for FY 2023 said Samar First DEO......»»

Category: newsSource:  samarnewsRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2024

Rama urges DPWH to replace busted subway lamps

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama is urging the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to remove and replace busted lamps in the South Road Properties subway tunnel. Rama asked the DPWH to attend to the lighting of the subway tunnel immediately as there are already complaints and concerns from motorists.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

DPWH senior executive assumes role of PICE national president

Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Senior Undersecretary Emil K. Sadain is poised to steer the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE) Inc., the only professional organization of civil engineers in the Philippines, towards unprecedented growth and innovation with his his formal induction as 2024 PICE National President. Senator Mark A. Villar and DPWH […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  journalRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

MerryMart increases 2030 VISION annual sales target 25% to P150-B

MerryMart, the grocery and consumer products chain founded by Injap Sia, said in a press release that it has updated its 2030 VISION goal from P120 billion in annual consolidated systemwide sales revenue to P150 billion......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

TUCP to House: Pass bill that seeks across-the-board P150 wage hike

TUCP to House: Pass bill that seeks across-the-board P150 wage hike.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

BOI gives green lane to P150 billion telco project

The Board of Investments has approved a P150 billion Malaysian telecommunications infrastructure project for green lane processing, noting its role in introducing new technologies in the country......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Fisherfolk raise alarm over demolition of Navotas City fishing structures

“Affected fisherfolk and other residents ‘highly believe’ that the dismantling order is part of the 650-hectare reclamation project in the area.” The post Fisherfolk raise alarm over demolition of Navotas City fishing structures appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024

Cebu City OBO sues CPA over 18 structures

Cebu City OBO sues CPA over 18 structures.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 16th, 2024

DENR looking into other structures at Chocolate Hills

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) will look into other establishments operating at the Chocolate Hills in Bohol amid reports that there are other such structures within the protected area......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

DILG chief urges industry players to build resilent structures

Housing and real estate industry players should build resilient structures with the necessary facilities for proper sewage management, water and sanitation as well as drainage and wastewater treatment, according Interior and Local Government Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 8th, 2024

DPWH completes steel bridge in Magalang town

DPWH completes steel bridge in Magalang town.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 12th, 2024