Philippine Red Cross (PRC) warns the public vs leptospirosis this typhoon season. (ALI VICOY / MANILA BULLETIN) As typhoon “Fabian” continues to leave many areas flooded, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Thursday, July 22, warned the public of the risk of leptospirosis. “Hygiene and...
(PAGASA) The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Wednesday morning, July 21, warned residents living near the Pasig, Marikina, and Tullahan rivers to take precaution against possible flooding due to rains triggered by the southwest monsoon or...
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) rescued at least 50 residents, including two infants, in El Nido, Palawan due to massive flooding caused by heavy rainfall on Thursday night, July 15. The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) rescued at least 50 residents, including two infants, in El Nido, Palawan due...
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has started dredging the Cagayan River as part of rehabilitation efforts to prevent or minimize the risk of massive flooding in nearby areas. (Photo from Department of Environment and Natural Resources) In a statement on Saturday, July 3,...
The agricultural lands surrounding Lamut River in Ifugao--dubbed the country's cleanest river--is now protected by a P26.8-million flood control structure. PROTECTIVE WALL--A concrete flood control structure has been built along the stretch of Lamut River in Ifugao Province, dubbed the cleanest...
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services (PAGASA) has issued a flood advisory for Marikina River on Wednesday evening, June 9, due to threats of flooding, as well as landslides, brought about by the monsoon rains. In the initial advisory issued at 8:30 p.m., PAGASA said...
A key flood control structure in a coastal town in Aparri, Cagayan is expected to double as a biking and jogging haven once it has been completed, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said. DOUBLE PURPOSE-- Aside from protecting communities against floods during the rainy season, the...
A month ago, photographer Adam Legaspi of Adamnesss photography, posted on Facebook his camera equipment not to brag but to remind him of difficult times. His high-quality gear were among the casualties of the flood and mud brought by typhoon Ulysses. His post went beyond its intended purpose,...
(JANSEN ROMERO / MANILA BULLETIN) The recent typhoon has left parts of the country submerged once again. Besides our homes, chances are, another victim of the high flood waters is our treasured cars and motorcycles. If your vehicle has been submerged in flood water, don’t worry as it may not be...
How to prep your vehicle for the wet season Written by Eric Tipan LPA or (low pressure area), southwest monsoon, tropical depression, and my favorite, ITCZ (Intertropical Convergence Zone), are terms you’ll be hearing a lot at this time of the year. While the seasonal change is familiar to all...
