DAVAO CITY --- The provincial government has tightened the implementation of the environmental policies and regulations in issuing permits to quarry and mining operations, particularly on the extraction of sand and gravel. Though fees and taxes from natural resources are among the post-pandemic economic recovery driver, Davao Oriental Governor Corazon N. Malanyaon said … [Read more...] about Davao Oriental tightens implementation of envi laws
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Mati Fisherman caught Green Sea Turtle
DAVAO CITY — A fisherman in Mati City accidentally caught a Green Sea Turtle while fishing in Dahican, Mati City, Davao Oriental Saturday, February 14, 2023.Tata Bantilis quickly turned over the injured turtle to the Mati Watersports Association (MWA) members. After a thorough inspection, the turtle was released rapidly back into the sea by the MWA.The Green Sea Turtle measures … [Read more...] about Mati Fisherman caught Green Sea Turtle
Barge sinks off Surigao Norte coast, crewmen rescued
DAVAO CITY – Due to huge waves, a commercial barge carrying tons of sand sank off the coast of Punta Sili in Hinatuan Island, Surigao del Norte province at around 6:00 in the morning on Friday. The twenty-two (22) crew members of LCI Pacifica 1, were safely rescued after an hour when the MV Reina Veronica of the Montenegro Shipping passed the area and brought them to … [Read more...] about Barge sinks off Surigao Norte coast, crewmen rescued
DOST-CAR Promotes Eco-Friendly Pinoy Inventions
DAVAO CITY --- THE Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) promotes products using eco-friendly technologies by top Filipino inventors in a forum held in Baguio City on Tuesday, Feb, 7. The event at Elizabeth Hotel was attended by DOST Undersecretary for Regional Operations, Engr. Sancho A. Mabborang; Dr. Nancy A. Bantog, regional … [Read more...] about DOST-CAR Promotes Eco-Friendly Pinoy Inventions
Davao de Oro incurs P142-M damage from quake
DAVAO CITY – The damage incurred by the Feb. 1 magnitude 6 tremor has reached PHP142 million, the Davao de Oro provincial government reported Wednesday. In a statement, the provincial government said at least PHP79 million damage in infrastructure was recorded while PHP63 million for the healthcare facilities of the Davao de Oro Provincial Hospital (DDOPH) in … [Read more...] about Davao de Oro incurs P142-M damage from quake
