The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) on Thursday, Nov. 13, mourned the passing of its Sorsogon-based colleague, Engineer Larry Reyes, and asked the public to respect the privacy of the family amid unverified reports circulating online. In a statement, the DPWH said the entire...
It’s a secret that Sorsogon could no longer keep. There is a sanctuary called La Luma, a cabin-boutique hotel in the capital city, that is set to capture the hearts of even the most avid travelers. Ready to welcome you at the Suarez Compound in Barangay Bibincahan, La Luma has the bustling city...
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Tuesday, September 16, said it is monitoring two Low Pressure Areas (LPAs) affecting the country, which may bring rains and possible flooding to several regions. In its latest weather forecast, PAGASA said...
LEGAZPI CITY, Albay – Shabu valued at P74.8 million was seized and two suspected drug pushers were arrested at the Matnog port in Sorsogon on Saturday, Aug. 23. The suspects were identified as Jam, 34, and Sal, 19. Acting on intelligence information, authorities intercepted a white Toyota Hilux...
LEGAZPI CITY/TUGUEGARAO CITY – The Bicol Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council has placed its Emergency Operations Center under blue alert status as part of preparations for the possible effects of tropical depression "Crising." Claudio Yucot, RDRRMC chairperson and regional...
LEGAZPI CITY – A Philippine serpent eagle (Spilornis holospilus) found in Donsol, Sorsogon was turned over to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources in Bicol Monday. In a media release Tuesday, Francisco Milla, DENR Bicol Regional Executive Director, said the eagle, appearing weak...
LEGAZPI CITY, Albay – Bulusan Volcano in Sorsogon province logged a weak eruption on Labor Day afternoon. The Philippine Institute of Volcanoloy and Seismology observatory based in Sorsogon City said Bulusan erupted at around 1:30 p.m. This was another episode of volcanic activity that may...
(Photo: Sorsogon PIO via Office of Civil Defense) The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) said Wednesday, April 30, hat it was working closely with various government agencies to assist more than 92,000 individuals affected by the phreatic eruption of Bulusan Volcano in Sorsogon. OCD Administrator Usec....
Ash fall was recorded in surrounding areas after Bulusan Volcano erupted for the second straight day on Tuesday night, April 29. READ: https://mb.com.ph/2025/4/29/bulusan-volcano-erupts-for-2nd-consecutive-day The Sorsogon Police Provincial Office said roads are not passable due to the accumulation...
LEGAZPI CITY, Albay – At least 14,830 families or 74,209 persons from six municipalities in Sorsogon province were affected by the eruption of Bulusan Volcano on Monday, April 28. Gremil Naz, spokesperson of the Office of the Civil Defense (OCD)-Bicol, quoting the Department of Social Welfare and...
All national roads and bridges in Sorsogon remain open and safe for travel despite light ashfall from Bulusan Volcano's recent activity, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said on Monday, Apr. 28. In its situational update as of 6 a.m., the DPWH said traffic flow remained light to...
LEGAZPI CITY, Albay – The Sorsogon Provincial Police Office deployed personnel to assist and provide aid to residents affected by the eruption of Bulusan Volcano on Monday. The Police Regional Office-5 headed by Police Brig. Gen. Andre P. Dizon, through the Sorsogon PPO under Police Col....
