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95 areas in Davao Region still grapple with flooding

Ninety-five areas in the Davao Region continue to grapple with flooding, as reported by the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region (OCD-Davao). Davao del Norte has the highest number of flooded areas, with 64 barangays affected, followed by Davao Oriental with 22, and Davao de Oro with nine. The region has also experienced over 50 landslides, with Davao de Oro leading with 44 incidents and eight in Davao Oriental. Tragically, a significant landslide in Monkayo, Davao de Oro resulted in nine confirmed deaths, one critical injury, and four individuals still under search and rescue operations. Davao City also recorded casualties due to heavy rains. The adverse weather conditions have affected thousands of individuals and displaced over 4,000 families in evacuation centers. The Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao Region (DSWD-Davao) has provided assistance to the affected families. The heavy rainfall is attributed to a weather system known as a shear line, causing widespread impact in the Visayas and Mindanao areas......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 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

DTI, Go Negosyo strengthen MSME Development program

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and Go Negosyo agreed to strengthen their collaboration to further develop the country’s MSMEs......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 24th, 2024

DTI eyes completion of ITA IRR by March 19

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is hoping to complete the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of the Internet Transactions Act (ITA) by March 19, according to an official of the agency......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

DTI warns stiff penalties vs selling vapes to minors

DTI warns stiff penalties vs selling vapes to minors.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

DTI 11 pilots Biz Legal Shield program

DTI 11 pilots Biz Legal Shield program.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

DTI: Tatak Pinoy Act to Boost PH Industrialization

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to boost its efforts for industrialization with the recent approval of the “Tatak Pinoy” Act on February 26, 2024. The move is in sync with the Philippine Development Plan 2023-2028, focusing on empowering local industries to make a wider range of top-notch products and compete better globally. The […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

DTI rolls out the Rice on Wheels Program in coordination with Bulacan rice millers and traders

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in coordination with Bulacan rice millers and traders, will officially roll out the “Rice on Wheels Program for Retailers” to ensure the availability of affordable regular and well-milled rice to the general public......»»

Category: newsSource:  samarnewsRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

DTI Chief Pascual highlights Philippine investment opportunities at Milken Asia Summit in Singapore

DTI Secretary Fred Pascual highlighted the Philippines' readiness to welcome global investors, emphasizing the nation's strategic trade policies and investment priorities at the 10th Milken Institute Asia Summit held on September 14 in Singapore......»»

Category: newsSource:  samarnewsRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

DTI unveils startups, enterprises to join Idea and ADVanCE for Creatives

DTI unveils startups, enterprises to join Idea and ADVanCE for Creatives.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

CeMap to DTI: Curb uninspected imported cement in PH

CeMap to DTI: Curb uninspected imported cement in PH.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 18th, 2024

DTI warns shoppers vs mystery packages

DTI warns shoppers vs mystery packages.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

DTI intensifies action vs illegal vape sales

DTI intensifies action vs illegal vape sales.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024

DTI: More businesses registered in 2023

DTI: More businesses registered in 2023.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

DTI adopts SRP changes for coffee, salt product variants

DTI adopts SRP changes for coffee, salt product variants.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

DTI monitoring bottled water prices in Baguio

The Department of Trade Industry (DTI) said that it is monitoring the prices of bottled water in Baguio City amid the increased demand for it following recorded cases of acute gastroenteritis in the city......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

DTI NegOcc warns public of unregistered lending firm

DTI NegOcc warns public of unregistered lending firm.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

Cebu City declares state of calamity in 28 mountain barangays due to el Niño

CEBU CITY, Philippines – In response to the escalating effects of the ongoing El Niño phenomenon, Cebu City has declared a “state of calamity” in 28 mountain barangays.  This decision comes after a resolution was passed with reports of dwindling water sources and agricultural distress, prompting urgent measures to assist affected communities in the city. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 28th, 2024

Rama wants state of calamity declared in Cebu City due to El Niño 

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Mayor Michael Rama wants to place Cebu City under a state of calamity or a state of emergency due to the effects of the El Niño phenomenon. The declaration will allow City Hall to use government funds to assist those who are badly affected by the worsening El Niño, especially the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 23rd, 2024

City offices assist Matina Aplaya fire victims

TEAMS from the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO), the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO), and the City Health Office (CHO) attended to the needs of the families affected by the fire incident at Purok Del Carmen, Matina Aplaya in Davao City on Tuesday evening, February 13, 2024......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024