Category: General

Dagupan city: The provincial government of La Union is on red alert status since Wednesday as it braces for the possible effects of Typhoon Leon (international name Kong-rey) and the influx of people flocking cemeteries for ‘Undas’ (All Saints’ and All Souls’ Day). ‘We have already prepared our rescue equipment ahead of time to respond immediately to those in need of our assistance. The safety of our provincemates remains to be our utmost priority,’ La Union Governor Raphaelle Veronica Ortega-David said in a statement Thursday. According to Philippines News Agency, tropical cyclone wind signals have been lifted in the province

Kanlaon volcano: Increased seismicity was observed in Kanlaon Volcano as it generated 64 volcano-tectonic (VT) earthquakes from midnight on Thursday, according to Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). According to Philippines News Agency, the VT earthquakes, which occurred between 2 to 8 kilometers deep, were measured at magnitudes ranging from 0.9 to 2.9. Phivolcs Director Teresito Bacolcol explained that VT earthquakes occur when magma moves upward, putting stress on the surrounding rocks and producing seismic activity. He noted that an increase in VT earthquakes could indicate rising or moving magma within the volcano, signifying increased volcanic activity beneath the

Davao city: The Davao City Overland Transport Terminal (DCOTT) expects about 80,000 passengers daily from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2, as travelers head home for All Saints’ and All Souls’ Days. Aisa Usop, DCOTT manager, said in a press briefing Wednesday that about 1,500 bus trips are scheduled daily to manage the passenger influx, up from the usual 700 to 800 trips. ‘During Undas, we anticipate between 1,000 and 1,500 bus trips per day,’ she said. According to Philippines News Agency, the DCOTT is setting up extra entrance lanes for senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and pregnant women. Additionally, Usop

Manila: The death toll from the combined effects of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine (international name Trami) and Super Typhoon Leon (international name Kong-rey), which battered most of Luzon, has climbed to 141, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said Thursday. The figure includes 14 confirmed fatalities and another 127 undergoing validation, according to the agency’s latest situation report. According to Philippines News Agency, the number of injured persons stands at 86, of which only 10 have so far been validated. Undergoing verification are reports of 21 missing persons. Meanwhile, families affected are placed at 1,892,226 in 10,921

Manila: The Philippines is set to advocate for increased inclusion of women in climate action efforts at the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference, also known as COP29, in Baku, Azerbaijan. Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo announced this initiative following the adoption of the Pasay Declaration at the recent 2024 International Conference on Women, Peace, and Security (ICWPS). According to Philippines News Agency, Secretary Manalo emphasized the significance of the Pasay Declaration, expressing hope that it will guide policy reforms and promote accountability in advancing gender-responsive peace and security frameworks. He stated, “As a nation, we intend to carry forward