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Landslide death toll climbs to 98 in Philippines
MANILA, Feb. 17 (Xinhua) -- The death toll from a landslide in a mining town in Davao de Oro province in southern Philippines on Feb. 6 has climbed to 98, a regional disaster prevention office said Saturday. The Maco Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office said rescuers continue to search for nine others who remained missing. Rocks, soil and debris triggered by days of rain slid from mount.....»»
Davao Oriental under state of calamity
The entire province of Davao Oriental has been declared under a state of calamity following the impact of the shear line, allowing the provincial local government unit to access its Quick Response Fund for rehabilitation efforts. The unanimous resolution was approved during a regular session in Sangguniang Panlalawigan, based on comprehensive assessment and recommendation from the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council and Governor Niño Uy. This declaration is crucial for providing emergency aid to the affected constituents and enforcing price control on essential items. Rapid Disaster Assessment and Needs Assessment reports indicate that around 63,337 families are affected, with 645 families and 1,830 individuals currently displaced and in evacuation centers. The damages in agriculture, fisheries, and livestock are estimated to be significant. Several municipalities have already declared a state of calamity, and the entire province is yet to announce its final assessment on the value loss in agriculture. This declaration aims to expedite rehabilitation and recovery plans to restore normalcy in the affected areas......»»
Lab Notes | El Niño 2024: another disaster, another government failure
Since disasters always include human components, there is nothing natural about it. Therefore, there is no such thing as a “natural” disaster; there was a human failure somewhere in how social, economic, and political systems were set up. The post Lab Notes | El Niño 2024: another disaster, another government failure appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Satellite tech vital in maritime security, disaster mitigation
Officials of the Philippine Navy, National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources agreed that space-based technology, such as satellites, have been vital in strengthening maritime security and disaster mitigation in the country......»»
Residents urged to create “family disaster plans”
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 04 February) — Disaster-resiliency should start from home and residents, particularly those living in landslide and flood-prone areas, must create their own “family disaster plans” to guide them, the director of the Office of the Civil Defense (OC) in the Davao region said. Ednar G. Dayanghirang, OCD-Davao director, said part of “family resiliency” […].....»»
Over 600-K affected by shear line in Davao
Over 600,000 people in Davao Region were affected by a shear line, causing unprecedented damage and extensive flooding and landslides. The regional director of the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region emphasized the need to address these issues and called for collaboration to prevent future disasters. The agriculture sector suffered over P50 million in damages, while infrastructure incurred around P25 million in damages. The report also highlighted the impact on road sections, bridges, and houses, with significant assistance provided by OCD-Davao. Plans are underway for a region-wide flooding dialogue and realignment of projects with disaster prevention efforts in collaboration with the Department of Public Works and Highways. Related stories include urging proactive measures in establishing disaster services at barangays and the expedited release of aid for Davao disaster victims......»»
Rights group calls for deeper look into military’s reprisals vs. rights defenders
As the motion of reconsideration for the terror charges against Ken Rementilla and Jasmin Rubia was denied by an Antipolo prosecutor, human rights alliance Defend Southern Tagalog calls for accountability of notorious rights violators. The post Rights group calls for deeper look into military’s reprisals vs. rights defenders appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
New PNP Provincial Director Conducts Courtesy Calls to High Officials of the Province
After assuming the position as the new head of the Catanduanes Police Provincial Office, Police Colonel Rayan V. Ador conducted a series of courtesy calls to high-ranking officials of the province. PD Ador visited Congressman Jose Bong Teves of the TGP Partylist, Lone District Congressman Leo Rodriguez, Vice Governor Peter Cua, Governor Joseph Cua, as […] The post New PNP Provincial Director Conducts Courtesy Calls to High Officials of the Province appeared first on Bicol Peryodiko......»»
Road Warriors stop Bossing streak
The NLEX Road Warriors pulled away late and dealt the Blackwater Bossing their first loss of the PBA Philippine Cup, 103-97, Wednesday at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City......»»
Yee, Gitaruelas, Alcoseba shine in IRONMAN 70.3 Lapu-Lapu Cebu
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Local athletes didn’t disappoint in flexing their winning form in last Sunday’s IRONMAN 70.3 Lapu-Lapu Cebu. Budding triathlete Franklin Ferdie Yee, elite cyclist Lovely Gitaruelas, and swimming prospect Fionna Alcoseba did shine in the race that fielded 1,385 triathletes coming from 54 countries. Yee lorded the men’s 19-24 years old category.....»»
Korea s S.H. Kim ready to shine against world s best at AT& T Pebble Beach Pro-Am
Still in marital bliss, Korea’s S.H. Kim intends to shine against the world’s best at this week’s $20-million AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, the second Signature event of the 2024 PGA Tour Season......»»
Belga posts triple-double as Painters overpower FiberXers
Beau Belga tallied his first career triple-double as the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters drubbed the Converge FiberXers, 110-90, in the PBA Philippine Cup Wednesday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum......»»
Beermen spill Painters for strong conference debut
The San Miguel Beermen started off its PBA Philippine Cup title defense on a high note, blowing away the freefalling Rain or Shine Elasto Painters, 109-97, Friday evening at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City......»»
Beermen return to action vs E-Painters
With San Miguel Beer just getting its feet wet in the PBA Philippine Cup, Rain or Shine coach Yeng Guiao feels it’s the best time to ambush the defending champions......»»
Working Ginebra’s system
Scottie Thompson sat out Barangay Ginebra’s first two games in the PBA Philippine Cup but somehow, the team managed to register wins over Rain or Shine and Phoenix, zooming to a strong start with coach Tim Cone relying on a rotation that suits a system rather than individual players......»»
Fuel Masters, Kings return to action
Ginebra vs Rain or Shine On deck and raring to make their runs in PBA Season 48 Philippine Cup are two semifinalists from the PBA Commissioner’s Cup – Phoenix Super LPG and Barangay Ginebra......»»
‘Unselfish’ Meralco nails maiden win in Philippine Cup
Meralco banks on a balanced attack of six players scoring in double figures as it overcomes Rain or Shine in overtime.....»»
Bolts weather Nocum in OT to escape Elasto Painters
The Meralco Bolts thwarted a furious personal rally by Adrian Nocum to secure a 121-117 victory over the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters in the PBA Philippine Cup Saturday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum......»»
Painters eye PBA Philippine Cup semis
The Rain or Shine Elasto Painters will be aiming for at least the semifinals in the upcoming PBA Philippine Cup, coach Yeng Guiao said......»»
Rain or Shine rookie Luis Villegas out for few games
The PBA debut of third overall pick Luis Villegas will have to wait......»»