Cebu's Typhoon Trauma: Ladders on Roofs as 'New Normal'
Cebu residents, haunted by Typhoon Tino's devastation, prepare for Typhoon Basyang with rooftop ladders and early evacuations, questioning if this trauma-driven routine is their new reality.
Category : Environment
Philippines' Geographic Vulnerability to Natural Disasters
The Philippines faces constant threats from typhoons, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions due to its location in the Pacific Ring of Fire, with climate change intensifying risks and communities adapting through resilience measures.
Zamboanga Brigade Concludes Disaster Training in Jolo
The 1103rd Infantry Brigade, with local partners, successfully finished a four-day Disaster Risk Reduction and Management program in Jolo, enhancing emergency response capabilities.
PCG Divers Resume Operations on Sunken MV Trisha Kerstin 3
Philippine Coast Guard technical divers have resumed diving operations on the sunken MV Trisha Kerstin 3 near Baluk-Baluk Island, Basilan, after improved weather conditions, conducting safety assessments for the vessel lying 52 meters deep.
Coast Guard Saves 253 from Storm-Hit Vessel in Basilan
Philippine Coast Guard rescues 253 passengers and crew from MBCA Julifer near Lampinigan Island, Basilan, after vessel encountered Tropical Storm Basyang. All safe, no injuries reported.
PCG Auxiliary Feeds Stranded Passengers During Basyang
Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary personnel provide hot meals at Dumangas Port as Tropical Depression Basyang strands 5,835 passengers and disrupts maritime travel nationwide.
Basyang Weakens to LPA, Heavy Rains Continue
Tropical Storm Basyang has weakened into a low-pressure area over the Sulu Sea, but continues to bring heavy rainfall and strong winds across multiple Philippine regions, with hazardous sea conditions.
Davao Oriental Revokes Mining Permits Over Violations
Davao Oriental's provincial board unanimously revoked mining permits for two companies after discovering environmental violations, road obstructions, and threats to the UNESCO-protected Mount Hamiguitan sanctuary.
Davao Sea Travel Resumes After Storm Basyang Suspension
Sea operations in Davao City resumed Friday as weather improved after Tropical Storm Basyang forced suspensions, with commuters scrambling for last trips and authorities urging continued vigilance.
Cebu City Waits for DENR Findings on Landfill Collapse
Cebu City officials express concern over delays in DENR's investigation into the Binaliw landfill collapse, with no timeline set, worsening the city's waste disposal crisis as temporary solutions near expiration.
Storm Basyang Kills 5, Forces Thousands to Evacuate in PH
Tropical Storm Basyang has caused fatalities, landslides, and massive evacuations in Northern Mindanao and Cebu, with power outages and flooding complicating disaster response efforts.
Cebu Evacuates 1,500+ for Typhoon Basyang; Governor Monitors
Over 1,500 individuals evacuated in Cebu Province due to Typhoon Basyang. Governor Baricuatro inspects readiness, suspends work and travel, and preps relief for affected areas.
Cebu on Red Alert After Basyang, Minor Landslides Possible
Cebu City officials report no major damage from Tropical Depression Basyang but warn of possible minor landslides due to soil softening. Preemptive disaster teams deployed.
Cebu Shelters Stranded Passengers, Police on High Alert
Nearly 100 individuals stranded at Pier 1 due to canceled ship trips from Tropical Depression Basyang have been temporarily housed at Barangay Tinago Gym in Cebu City. Police Regional Office 7 has escalated to heightened alert status, deploying all resour
MCIA Flights Canceled Due to Tropical Storm Basyang
Multiple airlines cancel flights at Mactan-Cebu International Airport as Tropical Storm Basyang impacts operations, prioritizing passenger safety amid severe weather conditions.
Cebu City Alert After Basyang Causes Flooding, Landslide Warnings
Cebu City experiences flooding on A. Bonifacio Street in Barangay Parian due to Tropical Depression Basyang. Officials warn of minor landslides but assure safety and preparedness.
Basyang Aftermath: CDO Landslide Deaths Call for Stricter No-Build Zones
As Typhoon Basyang weakens to a tropical depression, a tragic landslide in Cagayan de Oro claims four lives, exposing failures in enforcing no-build zones in high-risk areas across Visayas and Mindanao.
Cagayan de Oro Rescue Ops for Typhoon Basyang Victims
Cagayan de Oro City DRRMO rescues residents in Barangay Cugman as Typhoon Basyang causes severe flooding and landslides, leaving 4 dead and over 5,000 families affected across Visayas and Mindanao.
Cebu Evacuates 1,500+ Amid Basyang, Governor Leads Response
Over 1,500 individuals evacuated across 12 Cebu municipalities as Tropical Depression Basyang struck. Governor Pamela Baricuatro inspected preparedness and activated emergency operations.
Cebu City on Red Alert for Basyang Landslide Risk
Cebu City authorities report no major incidents from Tropical Depression Basyang but warn of possible minor landslides due to softened soil. Evacuations in mountain barangays have mostly ended as conditions improve.
PRO 7 on Heightened Alert for Cyclone Basyang
Police Regional Office 7 raises alert status to heightened as tropical cyclone Basyang approaches Central Visayas, mobilizing personnel and equipment for emergency response.
3ID Deploys Disaster Response Units for Tropical Cyclone Basyang
The 3rd Infantry Division places Disaster Response Task Units on alert as Tropical Depression Basyang threatens Visayas provinces with heavy rainfall and strong winds, coordinating with local governments for emergency operations.
Iloilo Police on Full Alert for Tropical Depression Basyang
The Iloilo City Police Office mobilizes all units for emergency response as Tropical Depression Basyang threatens the city, coordinating with disaster agencies to ensure community safety.
Tropical Storm Basyang: Wind Signals Up, 1.8K Families Affected
Tropical Storm Basyang (Penha) continues to bring gale-force winds to Visayas and Mindanao, with PAGASA maintaining Signal No. 2 in multiple areas. Over 1,800 families are affected as heavy rainfall and storm surge risks persist.
Bacolod, Negros Occidental Suspend Work, Classes for Basyang
Bacolod City and Negros Occidental suspend work and classes due to Tropical Depression Basyang's orange rainfall warning, with emergency services continuing operations.
Four Dead in Cagayan de Oro Landslide Amid Basyang
A landslide in Cagayan de Oro City killed four and injured two as Tropical Storm Basyang battered Visayas and Mindanao, affecting over 5,000 families with floods and power outages.
Bataan Records 8,112 Waterbirds in Asian Census
The DENR reports 8,112 waterbirds counted in Balanga City and Pilar, Bataan, during the 2026 Asian Waterbird Census, highlighting 35 migratory species and conservation efforts.
241 Ship Trips Canceled in Cebu Due to Typhoon Basyang
The Cebu Port Authority cancels 241 ship voyages across multiple ports in Cebu as Typhoon Basyang intensifies, posing flood and landslide risks.
Cebu on Blue Alert for Tropical Storm Basyang, Ports Closed
Cebu enters Blue Alert status with Signal No. 2 as Tropical Storm Basyang intensifies, suspending classes and sea travel across 26 ports while officials prepare for storm surges and flooding.
Cebu Fire Causes P675K Damage, 50 Residents Displaced
A fire in Barangay Tejero, Cebu City, caused an estimated P675,000 in damage, destroying 7 homes and displacing over 50 individuals. Two injuries were reported as investigations continue into the cause.
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