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4 dead, 1 hurt in fire in Philippines

MANILA, Jan. 26 (Xinhua) -- A fire gutted at least 15 houses in a residential area in Lucena City in Quezon province, southeast of Manila, early Friday, killing four people and injuring one, police said. In a spot report, Lucena city police identified the four fatalities, including one 72-year-old and one 65-year-old, and two others aged 18 and 8, who were all living together in one of the burned houses......»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

Landslide death toll climbs to 16

The number of fatalities in the rain-induced landslide in Monkayo, Davao de Oro increased to 16 yesterday with at least five reported injuries......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

Shear line affects over 80-K families in Davao

The shear line in the Davao Region has had a significant impact on over 80,000 families, as reported by the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region (OCD-Davao). The affected families are spread across Davao de Oro, Davao del Norte, Davao Occidental, and Davao Oriental. Evacuation efforts have been underway, with some families still in shelters. Tragically, casualties have been reported, including fatalities and injuries due to landslides and flooding. The infrastructure has also suffered, with roads and bridges being blocked or damaged. The Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao Region (DSWD-Davao) has been providing relief to affected residents, and the local government units have also contributed aid. In response to the shear line, the OCD-Davao has raised its Blue Alert status, emphasizing the need for intensified monitoring and immediate mobilization of resources. The situation remains challenging, with ongoing flooding and landslides affecting numerous areas in the region......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

LGU gives aid to families of Davao de Oro landslide fatalities

he municipal government of Moncayo in Davao de Oro province has provided initial humanitarian support to the families of the seven individuals who perished in a landslide on Thursday morning......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Magnitude 5.0 quake hits Surigao Del Norte

A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck off the coast of Surigao del Norte shortly after midnight yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

5.1 quake suspends classes in some schools in New Bataan

SEVERAL academic institutions in New Bataan, Davao de Oro suspended their classes on Friday, April 12 following the 5.1 magnitude earthquake that rocked the municipality on Thursday morning, April 11......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 12th, 2024

Pinoys hurt in Taiwan quake rise to 11

Two more overseas Filipino workers were reported injured in the aftermath of a strong earthquake in Taiwan, according to the Department of Labor and Employment......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 9th, 2024

6.6-magnitude quake hits eastern Indonesia, no tsunami alert — USGS

A magnitude-6.6 earthquake hit Indonesia's eastern region on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey said, with no tsunami warning issued......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 9th, 2024

‘Engineering solutions key to quake preparedness’

Office of Civil Defense administrator Ariel Nepomuceno has reiterated the importance of strengthening engineering solutions and building code compliance in preparation for earthquakes, especially the “Big One.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 9th, 2024

‘Engineering solutions key to quake preparedness’

Office of Civil Defense administrator Ariel Nepomuceno has reiterated the importance of strengthening engineering solutions and building code compliance in preparation for earthquakes, especially the “Big One.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 9th, 2024

MECO aids Pinoys in Taiwan

Filipinos affected by the strong quake in Taiwan last week will get financial and other assistance from the Manila Economic and Cultural Office......»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

4th OFW reported injured in Taiwan earthquake

There are now four overseas Filipino workers reported hurt in the 7.2 magnitude quake that hit Taiwan Wednesday, the Department of Migrant Workers said......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 5th, 2024

3 Filipinos injured in Taiwan quake

The Department of Migrant Workers reported that three Filipinos sustained minor injuries following the powerful magnitude 7.2 earthquake that struck Taiwan......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Government to assist Pinoys affected by Taiwan quake – Marcos

The government will immediately assist Filipinos affected by the magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Taiwan, President Marcos said yesterday as he expressed sympathy for the people of Taiwan......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Tsunami warning raised for 4 northern Luzon areas following Taiwan quake

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology has raised a tsunami warning over four areas in northern Luzon after a powerful earthquake rattled Taiwan early Wednesday morning......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 3rd, 2024

Ched-Davao: Quake drill not just ‘procedural activity’ but necessity

AN OFFICIAL from the Commission on Higher Education-Davao Region (Ched-Davao) said that there is a need to prepare students for disasters and other calamities......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024

Magnitude 5.3 quake jolts Surigao del Sur

A magnitude 5.3 earthquake jolted Surigao del Sur yesterday, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

Magnitude 6.1 quake rocks Davao Oriental

A 6.1-magnitude earthquake hit Davao Oriental yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 9th, 2024

Magnitude 4.9 quake jolts Maguindanao del Norte

A magnitude 4.9 earthquake shook parts of Central and Western Mindanao on Monday night, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

Magnitude 5.3 quake jolts Surigao del Norte

A magnitude 5.3 earthquake jolted Surigao del Norte yesterday, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2024