Day: August 14, 2025

Bacolod: Mayor Greg Gasataya has emphasized the importance of enforcing the city’s anti-littering ordinance to enhance flood prevention and mitigation after a significant amount of garbage was recently removed from major waterways. According to Philippines News Agency, Mayor Gasataya highlighted the need to review the penalty provisions of City Ordinance 531, which prohibits littering in public spaces and waterways. The ordinance, enacted in 2011, imposes fines of PHP500 for the first offense and PHP1,000 for subsequent offenses, along with community service requirements. The mayor stressed that the city cannot continue to clean up daily without holding those who litter accountable.

Manila: The construction of the PHP89-million new footbridge and concourse at the Kamuning Station of the EDSA Busway began Thursday. It is estimated to be completed by the end of the year. According to Philippines News Agency, during the groundbreaking ceremony, Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon stated that the project aligns with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive from June to dismantle the steep ‘Mount Kamuning’ footbridge. The new EDSA Busway Kamuning Station and footbridge will incorporate mobility and accessibility features, including two elevators, two wheelchair lifts, and a pedestrian-friendly walkway. The project will also feature tactile paving surfaces to assist

Bacolod: The Negros Occidental Police Provincial Office (NOCPPO) is urging residents of Negros Occidental to utilize the revitalized 911 hotline for emergency assistance as part of the Philippine National Police’s (PNP) strategy to ensure a 5-minute response time. According to Philippines News Agency, Lt. Col. Joem Malong, NOCPPO deputy provincial director for administration, highlighted that instead of dialing the cumbersome 11-digit hotline numbers of local police stations, citizens needing urgent response can now simply call 911. This initiative aims to streamline communication and enhance the effectiveness of police response. Malong outlined that the 5-minute response target is specifically for calls

Manila: AirAsia Philippines on Thursday reminded passengers that vaping and smoking are prohibited onboard the aircraft, noting that 10 passengers were caught vaping during flights this year. “Triggering a smoke detector can cause panic, unnecessary inconvenience and disrupt operations,” AirAsia Philippines spokesperson Steve Dailisan said in a statement. Dailisan added that malfunctioning vaping devices may pose risk inside the cabin. “While our team is highly trained in dealing with various situations on ground and in flight, we count on our guests’ cooperation and commitment in making sure safety is never compromised,” he said. According to Philippines News Agency, the airline

Manila: In Abra’s disaster response operations, the ‘mother’s touch’ has proven to make a life-saving difference. The province’s composite rescue team, strengthened by skilled female members, ensures that victims receive not only swift action but also holistic care. According to Philippines News Agency, ‘The holistic safety of victims is not overlooked when we have women responders,’ said Elmer Bersamin, head of the Abra Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO), on the sidelines of the awarding of winners at the Office of Civil Defense’s (OCD) first RescueLympics on Wednesday in La Trinidad, Benguet. Team Abra clinched second place, outperforming