Day: October 1, 2025

Manila: Parts of the country will experience rains due to the prevailing easterlies, the weather bureau said on Wednesday. Scattered rains and thunderstorms are forecast in the Bicol Region, Eastern Visayas, Central Visayas, Caraga, Northern Mindanao, Aurora, and Quezon. According to Philippines News Agency, moderate to heavy rains in those areas could result in flash floods or landslides, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said. The easterlies will also cause isolated rain showers or thunderstorms over the rest of the country. Light to moderate winds and slight to moderate seas continue to prevail across the archipelago, PAGASA

Cebu: Following the powerful earthquake that hit Cebu Tuesday evening, Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian immediately directed the Field Office 7 (Central Visayas) to intensify coordination with the affected local government units (LGUs) for the provision of resource augmentation to address the needs of their constituents. According to Philippines News Agency, the magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck at around 9:59 p.m. 21 km northeast of Bogo City, Cebu. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) had monitored continuous aftershocks after the initial tremor. “Our disaster quick response teams (QRTs) at the Central and Field Offices

Cebu: The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) recorded 379 aftershocks from the magnitude 6.9 offshore Cebu earthquake as of 4 a.m. Wednesday. At least 100 of these aftershocks were plotted or located, with magnitudes ranging from 1.4 to 4.8. According to Philippines News Agency, the strong earthquake jolted Cebu province late Tuesday. The epicenter was situated 21 km northeast of Bogo City. Intensity V tremors were felt in several areas, including Argao in Cebu, the City of Sipalay in Negros Occidental, the City of Lapu-Lapu, and the City of Tacloban.

Cebu: Officials here have sought assistance from the national government as Governor Pamela Baricuatro led mayors in assessing the damage caused by the 6.9 magnitude earthquake that struck the northern city of Bogo Tuesday evening. According to Philippines News Agency, eighteen confirmed deaths were reported in Bogo City and San Remigio. Governor Baricuatro stated, “I am already in touch with national agencies and the Office of the President kay nangayo ta (we are asking) for reinforcement,” as she discussed ongoing efforts to coordinate support and relief operations. The Provincial Risk Reduction and Management Office is actively conducting assessments to determine

Cebu: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has ordered the swift rollout of relief and rehabilitation efforts in Cebu, after a magnitude 6.9 earthquake rocked the province on Tuesday night. The directive was issued following reports that the strong earthquake claimed at least 20 lives, injured dozens, damaged heritage churches and other structures, and disrupted power in several parts of the Visayas. According to Philippines News Agency, Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman called on government agencies to activate their Quick Response Funds (QRF), in line with Marcos’ directive. ‘Our prayers go to the families who lost their loved ones and to all