DAVAO CITY, Philippines --- The Davao Dive Expo made a big splash on its third run from July 5-7 at the SM Lanang Atrium, focusing on sustainability while showcasing the rich underwater treasures of various participating regions. Organized by the Department of Tourism XI (DOT XI) and SM Lanang, the expo featured 23 exhibitors from regions as far as CALABARZON, Northern … [Read more...] about Davao Dive Expo highlights sustainability and underwater treasures
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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
City Government Continues Rainwater Catchment Project for Davao Farmers
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — The City Government of Davao, through the City Agriculturist’s Office (CAgrO), continuously offers its rainwater catchment project, benefiting farmers in the upland areas of Paquibato and Marilog districts. Engr. Karen Joy Delos Reyes, an official from CAgrO’s Agri-fisheries Project, highlighted the dual benefits of the project during the ISpeak … [Read more...] about City Government Continues Rainwater Catchment Project for Davao Farmers
5 dead, P62.5M damage in Zamboanga fireworks warehouse explosion
ZAMBOANGA CITY, Philippines — Five individuals were killed and 24 others were injured in a devastating explosion at a fireworks warehouse on Marquez Drive, Tetuan, on Saturday afternoon, June 29. According to the latest report from the City Fire Department, the explosion destroyed the storage facility and a nearby residential house, while 15 other structures sustained … [Read more...] about 5 dead, P62.5M damage in Zamboanga fireworks warehouse explosion
Floods and Landslides displace six families in Sultan Kudarat
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — Six families in Bagumbayan, Sultan Kudarat, were evacuated after flash floods and landslides struck Barangay Masiag on the morning of June 26, 2024. The heavy rainfall that triggered these events is part of a series of moderate to heavy downpours affecting the region due to mild weather disturbances. Hern Aries Galve, Chair of the Barangay Disaster … [Read more...] about Floods and Landslides displace six families in Sultan Kudarat
