By JEN BAYLON The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) urged residents near Kanlaon Volcano to be vigilant after rains triggered a lahar flow in a village on Wednesday, June 5. “Lahars can threaten communities along the middle and lower slopes with inundation, burial and wash out,” the Phivolcs said in an advisory. Phivolcs …
Monthly Archives: June 2024
Negros Power readies electrical materials, supplies for power distribution upgrade
Negros Electric and Power Corporation (Negros Power) has announced its strategic preparations to deliver essential electrical materials and supplies for Central Negros, signaling its readiness to become the new electric distribution utility once it gets a signal from the government. In a statement, Negros Power said that the initial stock of materials will be delivered …
10 outstanding students honored
By Ignacio Bunye Muntinlupa City recently celebrated its annual search for Ten Muntinlupa Outstanding Students (10MOST) 2024, recognizing the city’s best and most exemplary young students. Mayor Ruffy Biazon praised the achievements of each finalist, encouraging them to relentlessly pursue their dreams and emphasizing the transformative power of their dedication and hard work. He …
We need to be ‘salted with fire’
By Fr. Roy Cimagala Those are very intriguing words of Christ found in the Gospel of St. Mark. “Everyone will be salted with fire,” he said. “Salt is good, but if salt becomes insipid, with what will you restore its flavour? Keep salt in yourselves and you will have peace with one another.” (Mark 9:49-50) …
Car-free Sundays in Bacolod City to promote healthy lifestyle
The Bacolod City government will launch “Car-Free Sundays” on June 9 at 5:00 a.m., promoting a healthy lifestyle among Bacolodnons. “You’re all invited. Let’s stay active and fit for a healthier Bacolod,” Mayor Alfredo Abelardo Benitez said in a statement yesterday. The car-free Sunday is scheduled from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. throughout June, based on …
Fire displaces 12 families in Bacolod
At least 12 families or 42 individuals at Purok Santol in Bacolod City’s Barangay Mandalagan lost their homes in a fire on Wednesday afternoon, June 5. City fire marshal, Chief Inspector Stephen Jardeleza, said two houses were destroyed while one was partially damaged following the fire which started at 1:30 p.m. Jardeleza said the …
SRA gives initial aid to sugar farmers, employees affected by Kanlaon
The Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) said yesterday it has started distributing aid to affected farmers and research employees following the eruption of Mt. Kanlaon. In a Zoom interview, SRA Administrator Pablo Luis Azcona said they have activated P2.5 million funds for immediate intervention and monitoring. “Iyong pinaka-important na concern is the availability of N95 …
LGU cautions public vs. donation drives after Mt. Kanlaon eruption
The local government unit (LGU) of Canlaon City, Negros Oriental warned the public yesterday against private donation drives for displaced residents following Monday’s eruption of Mt. Kanlaon. In a statement posted on its Salta Canlaon official Facebook page, the city said it is not involved in any way with donation campaigns, adding that enough …
Iloilo City conducts bike survey in prep for annual fest
A bike count initiative kicked off in Iloilo City on Wednesday, June 5, as the local government prepares for its annual Iloilo Bike Festival set for next month. The Bilang Siklista Bicycle Count is in collaboration with the Iloilo Bike Council, Iloilo Folding Bike Riders (iFOLD), Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), and …
OCD gears up response for Kanlaon unrest
The Office of the Civil Defense (OCD) announced that it is now preparing for the possibility of prolonged unrest of Mount Kanlaon, its chief said on Wednesday night, June 5. “The anticipated needs are also being tackled in the series of coordination to ensure that needed support will be extended immediately. We need to …