DAVAO CITY – Environment Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga is urging local government units (LGUs) to utilize geohazard maps from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources - Mines and Geosciences Bureau (DENR-MGB) to reduce casualties and improve disaster preparedness during severe weather events. In a briefing at the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) in Camp Crame, … [Read more...] about DENR urges LGUs to use updated geohazard maps for disaster preparedness
Davao City residents to receive free water access on Nov. 9
DAVAO CITY --- Over 190,000 households in Davao City will benefit from free water access on November 9 as part of the Davao City Water District’s (DCWD) 51st anniversary celebration. Jovana Cresta Duhaylungsod, the spokesperson of the water firm said the free supply will be availed by residents with 1/2-inch water meters and requires no prior registration. “Our water … [Read more...] about Davao City residents to receive free water access on Nov. 9
OCD to local officials : “Localize, Laymanize” typhoon data
DAVAO CITY --- In an effort to improve preparations for typhoons, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) has instructed local disaster officials to localize and simplify the data provided by national government agencies. This initiative aims to enhance the effective dissemination of crucial typhoon updates. “I see a gap in local dissemination,” said OCD Administrator … [Read more...] about OCD to local officials : “Localize, Laymanize” typhoon data
Davao Occidental to invest PHP 300 million for flood control frogram
DAVAO CITY — The provincial government of Davao Occidental has announced an allocation of PHP 300 million for flood control projects in 2025, following the approval of a PHP 700-million loan from the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP), Governor Franklin Bautista revealed last week. Bautista explained that the funding will primarily support the construction of river … [Read more...] about Davao Occidental to invest PHP 300 million for flood control frogram
PAL announces potential discontinuation of domestic routes
DAVAO CITY--- Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced plans to discontinue several domestic routes, prompting travelers to adjust their travel plans accordingly. The following routes will cease operations: While these routes will be phased out, PAL will introduce a new service, launching flights from Manila to Cauayan, Isabela, starting January 15, 2025. Travelers are … [Read more...] about PAL announces potential discontinuation of domestic routes
