Cebu Water Crisis Persists After Typhoon Tino
Metro Cebu residents and businesses struggle with water shortages more than two weeks after Typhoon Tino. Learn how communities are coping and when restoration is expected.
Metro Cebu residents and businesses struggle with water shortages more than two weeks after Typhoon Tino. Learn how communities are coping and when restoration is expected.
Consumer watchdog warns delayed power restoration in Cebu Province triggers widespread water shortages, sanitation risks. Urgent action needed to prioritize water pumping stations.
BFAR implements 3-month sardines fishing closure in Zamboanga to protect spawning stocks. Vessels deployed for enforcement as region sees 33.5% catch increase.
Zamboanga police arrested a high-value drug suspect and confiscated P3.4 million worth of shabu in a Sinunuc buy-bust. Read the full details of the operation led by the new regional director.
San Fernando Mayor Vilma Caluag suspends PrimeWater's permit, returning water operations to the City Water District. Read the full story and official statement.
Cebu City establishes government-run water testing services to reduce financial burden on small businesses. New ordinance creates city-operated laboratory for mandatory testing.
Two weeks after Typhoon Tino, Cebu faces severe infrastructure damage. Lusaran Dam paralyzed, thousands lack water and electricity. Community assistance continues as recovery efforts intensify.
Cebu City Hall creates government-run water testing lab to reduce P7,000 fees for MSMEs. New ordinance mandates regulated, transparent services for business permits.
Cebu-based Vivant Corporation reports 24% income growth, expands renewable energy portfolio with Bataan solar acquisition to address power reliability and water supply challenges in the Philippines.
Authorities arrested two construction workers and confiscated P462,400 worth of shabu and a firearm in separate anti-drug operations in Zamboanga and Iligan cities. Read the full report.
Farmers from two irrigators associations in Zamboanga City attended a mental health awareness seminar. Learn how this initiative strengthens community well-being.
Ipil municipality begins installing advanced security cameras with AI capabilities to enhance public safety in Zamboanga Sibugay's commercial district. Read more about this security upgrade.
The DAR has distributed P19.2 million worth of farm machinery and inputs to agrarian reform beneficiaries in Zamboanga Sibugay to boost agricultural productivity. Learn how this empowers local farmers.
Western Mindanao Naval Command intercepts P2.8 million worth of smuggled cigarettes, arrests two suspects in Basilan-Zamboanga waters. Read the full details.
PRO 6 arrests Western Visayas' second most wanted person in coordinated police operation. Suspect faces murder charges. Read about the successful inter-regional collaboration.
Philippine authorities intercept P21 million worth of smuggled cigarettes off Zamboanga City, arresting five suspects. Read the full details of this major law enforcement success.
Over 70,000 Cebu households face water shortage after Typhoon Tino severely damaged Lusaran Dam and other key water sources. Officials race to restore supply amid logistical challenges.
Cebu City prepares for water shortage after Typhoon Tino severely damaged Lusaran Dam, cutting 20 million liters from daily supply. Mayor Archival urges conservation as recovery continues.
Typhoon Tino's devastation leaves 70,000 Cebu households without reliable water supply. MCWD races to restore damaged facilities while residents rely on deep wells and water rationing. Learn how the city is coping.
Cebu residents face water shortages since Typhoon Tino hit on November 4. Advocacy group Cera demands power grid reforms to prevent utility emergencies across the province.
Authorities arrested two high-value drug targets and confiscated P6.8 million worth of shabu in Dipolog City. Read about the latest anti-drug operation in Zamboanga.
Warring factions in Basilan province sign groundbreaking peace agreement, promising lasting stability and development for Zamboanga Peninsula communities.
Authorities in Zamboanga City scored a major victory in the war against drugs after confiscating P3.4 million worth of shabu and arresting one suspect in a strategic buy-bust operation in Barangay Talon-Talon.
SM City Mindpro Zamboanga actively participated in the nationwide simultaneous earthquake drill, demonstrating emergency protocols and community safety commitment.
Mandaue City officials consider declaring a state of calamity as the prolonged dry spell and El Niño threaten water security, agriculture, and public health across Cebu communities.
Authorities in Zamboanga Sibugay arrested one individual and confiscated three high-powered firearms during a targeted police operation in Barangay Poblacion, Ipil. The successful raid demonstrates ongoing efforts to combat illegal weapons in the region.
Zamboanga Sibugay province unveils groundbreaking Unified Communication Information System, revolutionizing emergency response and disaster management across 16 municipalities.
Zamboanga City launches comprehensive Disaster Risk Reduction Management orientation and Incident Command System training to enhance community resilience and emergency response capabilities.
Philippine drug enforcement authorities destroy over P11 billion worth of shabu and marijuana in Zamboanga City, marking one of the largest drug destruction operations in Mindanao.
The Davao City Council takes decisive action against a piggery operation accused of polluting the critical Panigan-Tamugan River, summoning the owner to explain alleged environmental violations threatening Davao's future water source.