DOLE's Non-Negotiable Safety Warning for Fireworks Industry
As New Year revelry approaches, DOLE issues a stern reminder on pyrotechnics safety after 188 injuries were recorded last year. Discover the risks and safer alternatives for celebration.
As New Year revelry approaches, DOLE issues a stern reminder on pyrotechnics safety after 188 injuries were recorded last year. Discover the risks and safer alternatives for celebration.
DOLE Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma mandates strict OSH compliance for the hazardous pyrotechnics industry ahead of New Year celebrations. Monitoring intensifies with BFP, PNP, and LGUs.
The DOH reports two fatalities and 263 road crash injuries from Dec 21-26. Most victims were on motorcycles without helmets. Stay safe this holiday season.
DOH reports 263 road crash cases from Dec 21-26, 2025, mostly involving motorcycles. Officials urge safety as holiday travel peaks. Read for vital road safety reminders.
A 12-year-old boy drowned in the Butuanon River in Mandaue City. His father demands an investigation as friends initially hid the truth. Read the full story.
Cebu authorities rescued eight Badjao individuals for violating the Anti-Mendicancy Ordinance at a major intersection. The operation aims to ensure safety ahead of Sinulog and ASEAN Summit.
Santa Fe LGU prohibits swimming and bathing near Pooc cliffs on Bantayan Island after a geological assessment found falling rocks and unstable conditions. Other tourist spots remain open.
Cebu City and Lapu-Lapu City enforce strict regulations for fireworks sales and use this holiday season to ensure public safety. Learn about the designated zones and new guidelines.
Cebu City Police Colonel George Ylanan leads surprise inspection on fireworks vendors at SRP to ensure safety compliance. Authorities warn of confiscation for illegal sales.
Scientists confirm Nepenthes megastoma, a new carnivorous plant species in Palawan. With under 50 mature plants, it's critically endangered by climate change and poaching. Learn about this unique find.
Mandaue City Mayor Jonkie Ouano reiterates the strict ban on firecrackers, urging residents to celebrate safely. Violators will face enforcement action.
DPWH Secretary Vivencio Dizon directs new Bulacan officials to finish all unfinished dikes, prioritizing the Calumpit site of a 'ghost' project. Read the latest on the flood control probe.
Former DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral was found dead after her vehicle plunged into a ravine on Kennon Road. Authorities are investigating the incident. Read the full report.
An 18-year-old man died in a tragic road accident in Borbon, Cebu. The victim was driving drunk, without a license or helmet. Read the full investigation details.
SFELAPCO renews call for safety compliance after fatal electrocution incidents near power lines in San Fernando. Contractors and homeowners urged to coordinate with the utility firm.
Cebu City Police intensify patrols for illegal fireworks sales. Only 18 vendors are authorized to operate in a single zone. Read the full safety guidelines.
The Philippine National Police has ramped up security measures at key tourist spots following a Canadian travel advisory. Acting PNP chief Lt. Gen. Nartatez assures 24/7 vigilance.
Lapu-Lapu City authorities have begun inspecting fireworks retailers to ensure public safety this Christmas. Stores face strict limits and heavy penalties for violations. Read the full safety guidelines.
Lapu-Lapu City enforces strict safety checks on firecracker stalls. Officials limit stock, mandate safe distances, and warn of heavy penalties for violations. Stay safe this holiday season.
A 19-year-old man died in Barili, Cebu after his speeding motorcycle hit a lamp post. The victim was not wearing a helmet and had no driver's license. Read the full investigation details.
Cebu City and Mandaue police deploy hundreds of officers for Simbang Gabi security. Heightened alert ensures safety in churches, malls, and public areas during the Christmas season.
A police officer narrowly escaped serious injury after his car was swept off the Transcentral Highway by a landslide and water surge. The incident highlights the road's danger during heavy rain.
The Philippines FDA advises parents to inspect toy safety labels before buying gifts this Christmas. Key details include age grading and compliance info to prevent accidents.
Three individuals were injured in a South Road Properties accident after a van's drainage hose caused a motorcycle to slide. The incident occurred on December 4, 2025. Read the full report.
Alegria, Cebu suspends all river tourism activities like canyoneering due to Typhoon Wilma. A Yellow Heavy Rainfall Alert warns of flash floods and landslides. Public urged to follow safety orders.
A month after Typhoon Tino's devastating floods, Compostela City faces a slow recovery. Local officials cite massive damage and water from Cebu City as key challenges. Learn more about the ongoing relief efforts.
A month after Typhoon Tino's catastrophic floods, Compostela, Cebu residents rebuild and plead for sustainable livelihood assistance. Over 200 homes damaged, 37 fatalities recorded.
Cebu City authorities discovered multiple public safety hazards during an inspection of the new Sinulog Solemn Procession route. Police aim for zero incidents during the festival. Read the full report.
The Department of Labor and Employment directs its field personnel to strictly monitor pyrotechnics firms for OSH compliance. The move aims to prevent workplace accidents during the peak production season.
Cebu City police and government agencies conducted an early morning walk-through of the new Sinulog 2026 solemn procession route, identifying open manholes and obstructions. Read about the security preparations.