Following a tragic landfill collapse that killed 36 people, Cebu City faces a severe waste management emergency. With local dumpsites closed, officials are racing to find a permanent solution as disposal costs could hit P1 billion.
Cebu City has cleared a temporary garbage holding area to meet a self-imposed deadline, but faces severe logistical and financial challenges after a deadly landfill collapse. The city now hauls waste 60 km away, with costs potentially reaching P1 billion,
A residential fire in Proper 2, Barangay San Vicente, Liloan, erupted on Sunday afternoon, March 15, 2026, destroying the home owned by Juvelyn Brillante. No human casualties were reported, but a dog died in the blaze.
Cebu City Councilor Winston Pepito urges the local government to study investing in a modern waste processing facility, similar to one in Bulacan, to address the city's long-standing garbage problem, with an estimated cost of P400 million.
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The Iloilo City Police Office launched Project Tatap, a community-driven environmental initiative, with a mangrove planting activity in Barangay Hinactacan, emphasizing police-community partnerships for sustainability.
A fire broke out at the rooftop of the old NCCC Mall Victoria Plaza in Davao City on March 14, 2026. Management urges the public to avoid spreading unverified information as authorities investigate the cause, with the blaze quickly extinguished by respond
An injured green sea turtle, rescued last week after becoming trapped in a fish corral in Zamboanga del Sur, is now receiving medical care at the DENR Regional Wildlife Rescue Center. Authorities plan to release it back into the wild once fully recovered.
Authorities confiscated ₱19.5 million worth of hazardous materials and arrested 11 Chinese nationals during a raid on an illegal battery recycling facility in San Simon town. The operation targeted violations of the Toxic Substances and Hazardous Waste Co
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) forecasts the northeast monsoon or 'amihan' will continue to bring cool temperatures and light rains to Luzon and Visayas on Sunday, with isolated showers in parts o
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Bacolod City officials participated in the UN's Better Air Quality International Conference 2026 in Bangkok, sharing local initiatives like the anti-smoking ordinance and seeking global strategies for cleaner air and sustainable urban development.
Cebu residents can anticipate generally fair weather with isolated light rains due to the northeast monsoon, or 'amihan,' according to the latest Pagasa bulletin. No significant storms are expected to impact the region.
A University of the Philippines study identifies extreme rainfall as the primary cause of Cebu's devastating flash floods during Typhoon Tino, but raises critical questions about infrastructure, policy, and governance.
The Environmentalists Stand Against Corruption Alliance supports John Sherwin Felix, founder of Lokalpedia, who faces libel charges after criticizing inaccuracies in the DTI's food heritage book.
As summer heat drives up electricity costs and brownouts, Filipinos are turning to solar energy for relief. Jackery's SolarSaga series offers portable, efficient solutions to harness free sunlight, ensuring uninterrupted power and long-term savings.
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The DENR-Davao Region has filed a legal complaint against an inland resort in Mt. Apo Natural Park for alleged violations of the Expanded NIPAS Act, with six more resorts expected to face similar actions.
The Department of Agriculture-Davao's Livestock Program has distributed four horses to the Balukot Farmers Association to help transport corn, bananas, and root crops from mountainous farms where mechanized transport is impractical.
Cebu City experienced a rapid wave of fire emergencies in early March 2026, with seven incidents recorded, destroying 65 structures and displacing numerous families. The Bureau of Fire Protection highlights electrical issues as the primary cause and urges
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in Central Visayas has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Philippine Air Force to deploy aerial surveillance against illegal fishing across key marine areas, addressing decades of violations and dec
Aboitiz Renewables, in partnership with ECHO and Agri Exim, planted 500 mangrove seedlings at the Bacutan Pawikan Sanctuary in Davao del Sur to boost coastal protection and marine biodiversity.
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Rodolfo Pineda has submitted plans to DENR for rehabilitating the closed Arayat National Park, aiming to reopen it for tourism and create local employment opportunities.
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Davao Region documented the Guaiabero, or Philippine Hanging Parrot, during a biodiversity survey in Mainit Hot Springs Protected Landscape, highlighting conservation needs amid habitat threats.
Mayor Raisa Treñas leads Project Agubay, providing tablets, computers, and training to 18 pilot barangays for real-time waste monitoring and improved segregation.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro has reiterated her strong opposition to The Stria development in Santa Fe, Bantayan Island, citing environmental violations and illegal construction in a protected zone.
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in Central Visayas has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Philippine Air Force to enhance aerial surveillance and enforcement against illegal fishing activities across key regional waters.
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The Philippine Eagle Foundation celebrates the hatching of chick number 32, named Bayani, a key milestone in efforts to save the endangered raptor through advanced breeding techniques.
Cebu City government suspends six development projects in upland barangays after environmental authorities discovered illegal earth-moving, hauling, and quarrying operations.
Bangkok faces severe air quality issues with prolonged dust, leading to widespread face mask use and flight disruptions, including delays at airports like Dubai and Doha.
Cebu City initiates 'Balak Akong Linabhan' to promote water conservation, addressing local shortages through community engagement and sustainable practices.
Approximately 600 residents in Barangay Cupang Proper, Balanga City, received 10 kilograms each of subsidized rice through the Kadiwa ng Pangulo rolling store initiative, part of a broader government effort to enhance food security and reduce household co
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The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has announced the end of the La Niña phenomenon, with Pacific Ocean conditions returning to ENSO-neutral. This state is expected to persist until mid-2026, but the a
