BUTUAN CITY (November 7) — The province of Dinagat Islands has been placed under a state of calamity after Typhoon Tino (international name: Kalmaegi) left widespread damage to homes, infrastructure, and agriculture.
The Sangguniang Panlalawigan approved the declaration through Resolution No. 25-2666, based on findings from a Rapid Disaster Assessment and Needs Analysis (RDANA) conducted by the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC) chaired by Governor Nilo Demerey Jr.
Priority recovery actions include restoring electricity, installing alternate communication systems, repairing the damaged Cambinliw wooden bridge, and delivering relief goods to isolated areas. Health and sanitation teams were also deployed to ensure safe water and medical support for affected families.
“The province of Dinagat Islands is working its best to implement the RDANA recommendations and deliver immediate assistance,” Demerey said.
The assessment reported 680 houses damaged in Tubajon, with additional destruction recorded in Basilisa (25%), Libjo (8%), and San Jose (8%). The Cambinliw Bridge in Loreto remains impassable, while 40% of the Gibusong Island power plant sustained damage.
Agricultural losses include 90 banana plantations in Loreto, a 10% coconut damage rate, and two hectares of cassava wiped out.
Provincial authorities said relief and rehabilitation operations are ongoing as teams continue to assess needs and restore essential services across the island communities.
