By Ignacio R. Bunye As Tropical Storm “Kristine” pounded the Bicol Region and accelerated westward, the Philippines once again finds itself grappling with the formidable forces of nature. This tropical storm which intensified into a severe tropical storm as it approached Isabela, has left a significant mark on the nation, causing widespread disruptions and forcing communities …
Monthly Archives: November 2024
Piyesta Minatay’s true spirit
By Herman M. Lagon In the Philippines, early November is unlike any other time of the year. From bustling flower markets to candlelit cemeteries, “Piyesta Minatay” — All Souls’ Day — is a unique cultural event that honors departed loved ones while uniting families and communities. For many of us, these days are far from …
‘Kristine’ agri damage in NegOcc hits P6-M
The damage to agriculture due to inclement weather brought about by Severe Tropical Storm “Kristine” in Negros Occidental increased to almost P6 million, according to the Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) and Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPA). Rice crops sustained damage totaling P3,221,433.90, while fisheries suffered losses at P2,281,730, OPA officer-in-charge Teena Pineda said in her …
Increased seismicity observed in Kanlaon Volcano
Increased seismicity was observed in Kanlaon Volcano as it generated 64 volcano-tectonic (VT) from midnight yesterday, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said. In an advisory sent at 11:00 a.m., the Phivolcs said the VT earthquakes were of magnitudes 0.9 to 2.9 and were two to eight kilometers deep. “VT earthquakes occur around …
Bacolod City collects 8-K kilos of PET plastic bottles for recycling
The Bacolod City government collected 8,097.29 kilograms of plastic bottle waste for recycling during the 17-day collection period of the 45th MassKara Festival. Data showed 445,455 pieces of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles gathered from October 11 until 3:00 p.m. on October 27. The PET bottle collection campaign is a joint effort of the Bacolod Environmental …
Bacolod grants special permits for ‘Undas’ flower vendors
The Bacolod City government issued special permits to almost 250 vendors selling flowers in various areas across the city during the observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day. Areas opened for flower vendors until November 2 include Gonzaga, Araneta, and Gatuslao Streets in the downtown area, the Libertad and Burgos public markets, and outside …
PNP boosts capability in W. Visayas ahead of long weekend
The Police Regional Office 6 (PRO-6) augmented the capability of various city and provincial police offices (C/PPOS) ahead of the long weekend as they received mobility assets; tires; and search, rescue, and retrieval equipment during a ceremony at the regional headquarters in Iloilo City yesterday. The mobility assets consisted of two units of the Special Weapon …
‘Leon’ weakens into typhoon; strong winds, heavy rains across Batanes
“Leon” (international name Kong-Rey) has weakened into a typhoon but continues to affect Luzon, a Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) forecaster said yesterday. “It continues to affect mostly Northern Luzon. Leon’s trough could possibly bring rain across the whole island,” Veronica Torres of Pagasa said in a briefing shortly before noon. “Leon” …
Belangel guides Daegu past Anyang in KBL
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Negrense Samjosef Belangel had a near double-double outing as the Daegu Korean Gas Corporation Pegasus defeated the Anyang Jung Kwan Jang Red Boosters, 97-64, in the Korean Basketball League (KBL) at the Anyang Arena on Wednesday, October 30. The former Ateneo de Manila University Blue Eagles star tallied eight rebounds and …
Constantino gains order of merit title after Negros triumph
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Harmie Constantino captured her second Ladies Philippine Golf Tour Order of Merit (OOM) title following her championship finish in the ICTSI Negros Occidental Classic in Bacolod City last week. Constantino started the 2024 season with victories in the Palos Verdes, Caliraya Springs and the Philippine Masters before ending the year with …