DOH Urges Public to Avoid Close Physical Contact Amid Rising Infections DAVAO CITY (May 31) — Health authorities have confirmed a total of 10 Mpox (monkeypox) cases in the Davao Region in the past two months, raising concerns in a region with over 5.2 million residents across five provinces, six cities, 43 municipalities, and 1,162 barangays. According to Department of … [Read more...] about 10 Mpox cases detected in Davao Region in two months
Environment
Mt. Apo takes a break: annual closure supports wildlife, trail recovery
DAVAO CITY (May 30) — The country’s highest peak, Mount Apo, will be temporarily closed to trekkers from June to August 2025 to allow the mountain and its delicate ecosystem to rest, recover, and renew. This annual conservation closure, now a regular practice among Mt. Apo’s managing authorities, has become a critical component of preserving the mountain’s rich biodiversity. … [Read more...] about Mt. Apo takes a break: annual closure supports wildlife, trail recovery
Davao del Sur enforces mandatory face masks amid rising Mpox concerns
DAVAO CITY (May 29 ) -- With the re-emergence of Mpox (Monkeypox) cases in parts of the country and globally, the provincial government of Davao del Sur has taken a firm stance to protect its people. Governor Yvonne R. Cagas has issued Executive Order No. 20, Series of 2025, mandating the wearing of face masks in all public places across the province. The measure is part of … [Read more...] about Davao del Sur enforces mandatory face masks amid rising Mpox concerns
Davao City bolsters public services with new emergency vehicles and equipment
DAVAO CITY (May 28) – In a move to further strengthen its public service and emergency response capabilities, the Davao City Government formally turned over 22 new vehicles and various rescue equipment during a blessing and ceremonial handover on Wednesday, May 28. The newly acquired assets are currently undergoing inspection and commissioning before being deployed to key … [Read more...] about Davao City bolsters public services with new emergency vehicles and equipment
Magnitude 5 earthquake jolts Davao Occidental
DAVAO CITY (May 26)—On Monday evening, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported an earthquake of magnitude 5.0 off the coast of Davao Occidental. The tectonic quake occurred at 6:48 p.m., approximately 91 kilometers southeast of Sarangani Island, with a depth of 82 kilometers. As of posting time, no felt intensity reports were logged … [Read more...] about Magnitude 5 earthquake jolts Davao Occidental
