President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has declared a state of national calamity following the widespread devastation caused by Typhoon Tino, which battered several regions in the Visayas and parts of Mindanao. Read more »
Typhoon Tino (international name: Kalmaegi) left a trail of destruction across Visayas after making two landfalls early Tuesday, displacing thousands of residents and causing widespread flooding and power outages in several provinces. Read more »
Heavy rains and strong winds from Tropical Storm Ramil swept across northern and central parts of the Philippines over the weekend. Read more »
Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has renewed his call to establish a Department of Disaster Resilience (DDR), aiming to strengthen the country’s capacity to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. Read more »
The Department of Tourism (DOT) has pledged ongoing assistance to travelers affected by transport disruptions and heavy rains triggered by Severe Tropical Storm “Emong” and the southwest monsoon. Read more »
Aksyon Klima Pilipinas (AKP), the country’s largest climate advocacy network, is urging Congress to launch a legislative inquiry into the country’s flood control projects. Read more »
