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More eruptions expected in Kanlaon as Alert Level 2 raised

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Residents in areas near Mount Kanlaon are advised to keep vigilance as further eruptions may be expected following a phreatic eruption on Monday, June 3. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) at 8 p.m. on Monday upgraded its volcano alert over Kanlaon from Alert Level 1 to Alert Level.....»»

Category: newsSource: inquirer inquirerJun 3rd, 2024

CHR to launch alert system for journalists under attack

In a statement, the CHR said that “Alisto! Alert Mechanism” seeks to “provide a concrete platform where it may directly respond to attacks and threats against media workers.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 18th, 2024

Angat Dam drops to minimum operating level

The water level in Angat Dam is down to its minimum operating level......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 23rd, 2024

Angat Dam nears minimum operating level

The water level in Angat Dam is only around two meters above its minimum operating level......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

Marcos: Philippines ‘trying everything’ to lower tensions with China

“We are trying everything. We still continue to talk at a ministerial level, at a sub-ministerial level, at a people-to-people level,” Marcos said. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  davaotodayRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Marcos: Philippines ‘trying everything’ to lower tensions with China

“We are trying everything. We still continue to talk at a ministerial level, at a sub-ministerial level, at a people-to-people level,” Marcos said. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  davaotodayRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Pantabangan Dam may hit critical level by end-April

The water level in Pantabangan Dam in Nueva Ecija may reach critical level by the end of April, affecting irrigation supply, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

PAGASA raises La Niña alert

Saying El Niño has shown signs of weakening, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration raised a La Niña watch yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 8th, 2024

Shear line-induced disaster death in Davao Region climbs to 12

Summary: The Davao Region has witnessed a devastating toll with 12 reported casualties due to the ongoing shear line surge and localized thunderstorms, leading to widespread flooding in eastern sections of Mindanao. In Monkayo, 10 lives were lost during a prayer meeting, with one person still missing and a child hospitalized. Financial assistance and support are being provided to the affected families. In Davao City, two individuals were buried alive in separate incidents. The Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council has raised the alert status to closely monitor the situation. The state weather bureau forecasts continued adverse weather conditions in the coming days......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 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

Bulkang Taal nagpapaputok na naman

Muli na namang nagparamdam ang Bulkang Taal nang dalawang "phreatic eruptions" ang naiulat ng Phivolcs. The post Bulkang Taal nagpapaputok na naman first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  abanteRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

Phivolcs detects 4 weak steam-driven eruptions at Taal Volcano

"Weak phreatic activity is likely driven by the continued emission of hot volcanic gases at the Taal Main Crater and could be succeeded by similar events," Phivolcs said......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 10th, 2024

Mexicos Popocatépetl volcano erupts 13 times in one day

Mexico’s Popocatépetl volcano has been causing concerns as Mexico’s National Disaster Prevention Center issues warnings of multiple eruptions in the past day. Debris shooting out.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

Water supply drop eyed as Angat level dips further

The water level in Angat Dam is expected to drop to its minimum of 180 meters by the end of May, according to an official of the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 20th, 2024

11 areas to reach ‘danger’ level heat index on Black Saturday

MANILA, Philippines — The heat index in 11 areas of the country is expected to reach the “danger” level on Black Saturday, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said. Based on its forecast as of 5 p.m. on Friday, the following areas will fall under the “danger” category today: READ:Pagasa: Heat index.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 30th, 2024

Angat’s water level may drop to 190 meters

The water level in Angat Dam is expected to drop to 190 meters by the end of this month as elevations in other dams in the country continue to decrease due to the El Niño phenomenon......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

‘Dangerous’ heat indices expected in 28 areas on May 28

MANILA, Philippines — Even amid the presence of Typhoon Aghon, 28 areas are still forecast to reach “dangerous” level peak heat indices of above 42ºC (degrees Celsius), said the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). Based on Pagasa’s latest computed heat index forecast, the highest index is expected to reach 46ºC, specifically in.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 27th, 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

Illegal road works?: Alarm raised over road development within watershed areas in Barangay Carmen

A DAVAO City Councilor has raised concerns regarding road construction within the watershed areas of Barangay Carmen, Baguio District......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

PSE has until 2025 to spend money it raised in 2018

The PSE disclosed that its board of directors voted to approve an extension of the timeline for its disbursement of the P2.8 billion in net proceeds that it raised through a 2018 stock rights offering......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

Rama-Garcia tandem met with ‘raised eyebrows’

Rama-Garcia tandem met with ‘raised eyebrows’.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024