DAVAO CITY — The national highway in Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur, was transformed into a river as floodwaters surged along the roadway, halting traffic and creating significant congestion. High tide exacerbated the situation by preventing rainwater from draining into the sea. In Davao City, seven barangays were affected by flooding: Barangays 7-A, 32-D, Bucana, Ma-a, Matina … [Read more...] about Davao del Sur highway submerged, Davao City streets flooded due to southwest monsoon
Davao City provides support to 33 families affected by flooding
DAVAO CITY, Philippines --- The City Government, through the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) and local barangays, assisted families impacted by flooding on June 30 and July 1. Heavy rainfall caused flooding in flood-prone areas, including Barangay Calinan Poblacion, Barangay Talomo Proper, and Barangay Bago Aplaya. A total of 33 families, approximately 111 … [Read more...] about Davao City provides support to 33 families affected by flooding
Five vehicles collide, two injured in two road crash accidents in Davao City
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — Five vehicles were involved in two separate accidents in Davao City on July 3 and 4. In the first accident, a multicab, a truck, and a special utility vehicle (SUV) were involved in a collision along the Davao-Bukidnon Highway early on Thursday morning, July 4. The multicab and the truck were moving side by side towards the Ulas junction when the … [Read more...] about Five vehicles collide, two injured in two road crash accidents in Davao City
Elderly man found dead in Davao overpass on Father’s Day
DAVAO CITY – On the morning of June 16, Father's Day, a 63-year-old man was discovered dead under the overpass in front of Assumption College along Cabaguio Avenue. The deceased has been identified as Sixto Leones Lacorte, a resident of Zone 5, San Vicente, Buhangin. Initial investigations by the police suggest that Lacorte may have taken his own life. A .38 caliber revolver … [Read more...] about Elderly man found dead in Davao overpass on Father’s Day
Zamboanga City Mayor Enforces Zero Tolerance on Smuggling
DAVAO CITY, Philippines --- Mayor John Dalipe of Zamboanga City has taken a firm stance against smuggling, focusing particularly on smuggled cigarettes and other contraband. In an interview with Newsline, Dalipe emphasized his administration's commitment to eradicating smuggling activities through various measures and operations. "I stand firm; I have a zero-tolerance … [Read more...] about Zamboanga City Mayor Enforces Zero Tolerance on Smuggling