Category : Natural Disasters


Cebu City Fire Destroys 14 Homes, Damages Two

A fire in Cebu City's Sityo Bagong Bayan on March 30, 2026, destroyed 14 homes and damaged two, affecting 75 individuals. Estimated damage is P1.35 million, with no injuries reported.

Cebu Earthquake: Families Still in Shelters, Relocation Delays

Six months after a magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck northern Cebu, dozens of families remain in temporary shelters or unsafe areas. Local governments face delays in securing relocation sites, with residents reluctant to move due to livelihood concerns.

Loyal Dog Dies with Paralyzed Owner in Talisay Fire

A 71-year-old paralyzed grandmother and her loyal dog perished together in a fire in Talisay City, Cebu. The dog refused to leave her side under the bed, highlighting a heartbreaking bond amid the tragedy that destroyed 31 homes.

Cebu Uses P518M Unused Disaster Funds for Risk Reduction

Cebu Province plans to allocate P518.21 million in unspent disaster funds from 2021-2025 to boost disaster risk reduction, response, and recovery, including relief goods, infrastructure repairs, and agricultural support.

Cebu City Fire Displaces 500, Prompts State of Calamity

A devastating fire in Barangay Tisa, Cebu City, has affected 148 families, destroying 112 homes. The blaze, sparked by an electrical issue, led to a state of calamity declaration and temporary shelter at a local high school.

DSWD VI Provides Emergency Aid to Typhoon and Fire Victims

DSWD Field Office VI personnel distributed emergency cash assistance to typhoon-affected families in Antique and relief goods to fire victims in Iloilo City on March 19, 2026, as part of ongoing government disaster response efforts.

Iloilo City Fire Destroys Homes, Displaces 77 Residents

A devastating residential fire in Barangay Gustilo, La Paz District, Iloilo City, has completely destroyed 13 houses and partially damaged five others, displacing 77 individuals from 19 families. Authorities are providing temporary shelter and assistance

Kanlaon Eruption Causes Forest Fires, Ashfall in Negros

A moderately explosive eruption of Kanlaon Volcano on Sunday evening led to forest fires on its slopes and ashfall affecting 54 barangays across Negros Occidental and Negros Oriental, prompting class suspensions and health advisories.

House Fire in Liloan Destroys Property, Dog Perishes

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.

NCCC Mall Victoria Plaza Fire: Management Warns Against Rumors

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

Extreme Rainfall Caused Cebu Flash Floods, Study Finds

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.

Cebu City Fire Surge Leaves Dozens Homeless, Millions in Damage

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

Two Dead in Rizal Helicopter Crash, Investigation Continues

A civilian helicopter crashed in Pililla, Rizal, on March 3, 2026, killing two individuals and injuring three others, including the critically injured pilot. Mayor John Masinsin confirmed the incident, noting no houses were damaged, and authorities are in

Fishing Vessel Rescues 15 from Sinking Boat in Basilan

A Mega Fishing Corporation vessel rescued 15 people from a half-submerged motorboat near Baluk-Baluk Island, Basilan. The Philippine Coast Guard confirmed the safe recovery and medical assessment of all individuals.

Bacolod Activates Teams After Iloilo Quake

Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya orders Rapid Damage Assessment teams into action following a magnitude 4.8 earthquake in Iloilo. The quake was felt at Intensity 2 in Bacolod, with most schools declared safe.

Cebu Fire Displaces 70, Burns 9 Homes in Barangay Guadalupe

A fire in Sityo Tambis, Banawa, Barangay Guadalupe, Cebu City on March 2, 2026, displaced 22 families or 70 individuals, destroying nine homes. One person suffered burns, but no fatalities were reported as authorities investigate the cause.

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