Pagasa Visayas warns Tropical Depression Basyang could become a tropical storm before hitting Eastern Mindanao, bringing heavy rains and strong winds to Central Visayas, including Cebu.
A devastating four-hour fire in Bongao, Tawi-Tawi, destroyed around 1,000 stilt houses made of light materials, displacing approximately 5,000 individuals. Strong winds hampered rescue efforts, but no fatalities were reported.
Tropical Depression Basyang is forecast to bring heavy rainfall and strong winds to parts of Visayas and Mindanao, with potential intensification into a tropical storm. PAGASA issues warnings for affected areas.
Cebu Electricity Rights Advocates urges Cebu City to improve MCWD water supply protection and address sanitation issues at Pasil Fish Port and SRP, citing health risks.
Cebu City inspectors have raised concerns about potential violations at the Monterrazas de Cebu project, including heavy earth-moving and tree removal without permits, following a drone surveillance investigation.
Mayor Teresa Alegado of Consolacion has enforced strict daily waste limits from Cebu City, Mandaue, and Lapu-Lapu at the Asian Energy landfill to prevent overloading and protect local capacity.
Cebu City Environment and Natural Resources Office and Office of the Building Official report possible ordinance breaches in Monterrazas de Cebu project after drone inspection reveals extensive earth-moving activities.
Mandaue City Mayor Thadeo Jovito 'Jonkie' Ouano encourages government employees and residents to reduce disposable plastic bottle use, promoting reusable alternatives as part of a broader waste management campaign.
The Binaliw landfill collapse in Metro Cebu sparks a waste crisis, prompting calls to amend laws banning incineration for waste-to-energy solutions, with environmental concerns and legal penalties under RA 9003 and RA 8749.
The Philippine Coast Guard confirms the recovery of two more bodies, bringing the total fatalities from the January 26 passenger vessel sinking in Basilan to 42. Authorities coordinate to finalize the casualty count.
Cebu Electricity Rights Advocates call for an integrated infrastructure plan to secure water supply from MCWD and address long-standing sanitation issues in Pasil and SRP.
A low pressure area east of Mindanao has a high chance of developing into Tropical Cyclone Basyang within 24 hours, bringing thunderstorms and moderate to heavy rains to the Davao Region and other parts of the country.
Davao City's Agriculturist Office launches mobile registration for fishing licenses and boat certifications across barangays starting February 2026 to simplify compliance with local fishing ordinances.
Barangay Palili in Sulop, Davao del Sur celebrates a new concrete Farm-to-Market Road that enhances travel safety, market access, and economic opportunities for farmers and residents.
A SunStar video highlights critical issues in waste safety and accountability in the Philippines, emphasizing environmental and public health concerns.
Mandaue City officials encourage government employees and residents to switch from disposable plastic bottles to reusable alternatives as part of a broader waste reduction initiative.
Heavy rainfall from a shear line causes flooding in Bacolod City, displacing 171 individuals, and prompts class suspensions in multiple Negros Occidental LGUs for safety.
Consolacion Mayor Teresa Alegado imposes strict daily limits on waste from neighboring cities following Binaliw landfill closure, citing capacity and environmental concerns.
Archbishop Alberto 'Abet' Uy supports Cebu City's garbage efforts but stresses lasting solutions require changing daily habits, not just machines. He calls it a moral obligation.
The Philippine Coast Guard reports two more bodies recovered from the MV Trisha Kerstin 3 sinking, bringing fatalities to 42. Search operations continue for 27 missing passengers amid challenging conditions.
Mandaue City Councilor Carlo Fortuna discusses the potential reopening of the Barangay Binaliw landfill in Cebu City by March 2026, pending operator compliance with DENR environmental standards.
Environmental groups and volunteers collected 12 sacks of trash along Davao City Coastal Road, with brand audit revealing Nature Spring, Coca-Cola, and Oishi as top polluters.
The DENR-Davao Region has identified six new water sampling stations along Tagbalaobao River in Davao de Oro through a recent ocular survey, enhancing future water quality monitoring efforts.
Philippine Coast Guard confirms 42 fatalities from MV Trisha Kerstin 3 sinking after recovering additional bodies. Investigation into safety violations continues as survivors remain at 316.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival directs all 80 barangays to implement waste shredding, allocating P8 million per barangay from unused disaster funds to reduce garbage volume and prevent future landfill disasters.
Cebu City reduced daily garbage by 50 tons through strict segregation and composting, saving ₱50M annually. This proves RA 9003 works when enforced, highlighting governance over technology as key to sustainable waste management.
The Philippine Rice Research Institute warns that rats can destroy up to 90% of rice crops and recommends early, community-based management approaches to prevent severe yield losses.
A new P5.7-million water and sanitation facility, funded by Rotary Clubs from the Philippines and South Korea, now provides clean water to Sitio Camachile residents and Camachile Elementary School in Floridablanca, Pampanga.
Mandaue City officials express cautious optimism that the Barangay Binaliw landfill in Cebu City will resume operations before March, following operator commitments to meet DENR environmental standards.
The Philippine Coast Guard reports three additional bodies recovered in Basilan, raising fatalities to 39, with 316 survivors from the M/V Trisha Kerstin 3 sinking.