TACLOBAN CITY - Authorities are still searching for a fisherman from Silago, Southern Leyte who went missing Monday, January 11, after fishing in stormy weather.
A search and rescue operation has been launched for Tirso Palaña Jr., 57, from Barangay Mercedes of Silago town.
Their motorbanca has been reportedly hit by strong waves and current brought about by the tail-end of the frontal system (Shearline).
Palaña's companion, Abbie Liguid, was found safe on Tuesday, January 12, in the Province of Dinagat Islands in the Caraga region about 180 km from their hometown.
The Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) of Silago is appealing to the public for any information on the missing fisherman.
He was said to be wearing a blue raincoat on the day he went missing.