Naval Forces Eastern Mindanao intensifies search for missing MBCA Amejara passengers in Sector 5, 72 nautical miles southwest of Palimban Point, as recovery efforts continue amid challenging conditions.
Philippine Navy Ship PS37 transported another body from the sunken MBCA Amejara to Balut Island, bringing total recoveries to five. The incident occurred during peak amihan season, which has intensified sea conditions across the Philippines, contributing
A magnitude 5.7 tectonic earthquake struck off Kalamansig, Sultan Kudarat early Wednesday, prompting evacuations and class suspensions in affected coastal towns.
The family of 22-year-old Davao cadet Kyle Punsalang continues to appeal for assistance as he remains missing after the MV Trisha Kerstin 3 sank off Basilan. The Philippine Coast Guard confirms 10 missing, 18 dead, and 316 rescued in the maritime tragedy.
Local officials in Arayat, Pampanga are arranging resettlement for 22 families displaced after a flood control structure eroded in Barangay Candating, with coordination involving DHSUD and DPWH.
The Philippine National Police assists in search, rescue, and investigation after M/V Trisha Kerstin 3 sinks off Pilas Island, Basilan, with 18 fatalities and 24 missing persons reported.
Philippine Coast Guard recovers sixth body in Davao Gulf motorbanca tragedy as search expands to Celebes Sea. Nine individuals remain missing after vessel capsized without permit.
A passenger cargo vessel, MV Trisha Kerstin 3, sank off Baluk-Baluk Island in Basilan, resulting in over 15 fatalities and more than 200 rescued. Authorities continue search for 43 missing persons.
The DSWD Field Office 7 distributed P10,000 and Family Food Packs to 11 families affected by the Binaliw landslide in Cebu City through the AICS program, with plans to expand assistance.
Basilan provincial government provides P1.2 million financial assistance to 223 survivors and families of 7 fatalities from M/V Trisha Kerstin 3 sinking near Baluk-Baluk Island.
The Philippine Navy and Owwa persist in search and rescue operations for four missing Filipino seafarers after MV Devon Bay capsized near Bajo de Masinloc, while survivors and fatalities have been repatriated.
A series of fire incidents in Bacolod City over the weekend destroyed at least 20 houses across two barangays, with property damage estimated at P165,000. No injuries were reported as authorities investigate the causes.
A passenger-cargo ferry sank off Baluk-Baluk Island, Basilan, killing at least 15 people. Rescue operations saved 219 passengers, with 43 missing. The vessel, MV Trisha Kerstin 3, was en route from Zamboanga to Jolo.
Philippine authorities confirm recovery of fifth body from capsized MBCA Amejara, with all remains found within country's Exclusive Economic Zone near Davao Occidental. Search operations continue for missing passengers.
A fire in Purok Tambipalad, Bacolod City, destroyed 34 houses, affecting 199 individuals. No injuries reported, with property damage estimated at P237,5000.
An ongoing earthquake swarm in Sultan Kudarat waters has recorded over 765 tremors since January 2026, with 30 felt by residents, prompting alerts from authorities.
Manila City will conduct a large-scale earthquake drill in Intramuros on January 30, 2026, to boost public readiness, coinciding with Phivolcs warnings on Sultan Kudarat's swarm and UST's campus-wide preparations for the West Valley Fault.
The Chinese Embassy confirms two Filipino crew members died and four are missing after a Singaporean-flagged cargo vessel capsized near Scarborough Shoal. Rescue operations are ongoing.
A massive winter storm is expected to bring heavy ice across the US, prompting emergency declarations and federal preparations.
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology attributes the recent earthquake swarm in Sultan Kudarat to tectonic movements along the Cotabato Trench, with over 765 tremors recorded and precautionary measures implemented.
The Philippine Coast Guard relieves eight personnel as search operations intensify for motorbanca AMEJARA missing off Sarangani and Davao Occidental, with coordination involving multiple agencies and foreign counterparts.
Cebu City officials acknowledge critical deficiencies in disaster preparedness following the Binaliw landfill collapse that killed 36 workers, prompting urgent reforms and waste crisis talks.
A 38-year-old propsman from Carcar City is in critical condition after falling from a truck transporting Sinulog props, with his left arm broken. The incident occurred on January 19, 2026, in Talisay City.
Philippine Coast Guard intensifies search for MBCA Amejara with 12 missing after unauthorized voyage. Survivor rescued, investigation ongoing into illegal departure amid rough monsoon seas.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announces a national mourning period following a devastating high-speed train collision near Malaga, which authorities call the worst rail disaster in decades.
Retrieval operations persist at Binaliw Sanitary Landfill in Cebu City as responders seek the upper half of a victim's body, with authorities prioritizing dignity for the deceased and support for affected families and workers.
One survivor rescued as Philippine Coast Guard intensifies search for missing motorbanca MBCA AMEJARA with 14 individuals in Davao Gulf. Authorities urge public vigilance.
ML Cares Foundation turns over new perimeter fence wall blocks to Vitali High School in Zamboanga, enhancing safety after the July 2024 floods. A step towards resilient education.
A 50-year-old volunteer from Toledo City dies from a severe infection after search and rescue work at Binaliw landfill. Cebu City offers financial aid to the family. Read the full story.
A 53-year-old man died and a security guard is in critical condition after a motorcycle accident in Danao City. Get the latest details on the tragic road mishap.