Tag: Community Involvement
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BFAR Calls on Negros Oriental Local Governments to Fund Marine Mammal Stranding Training
In the wake of recent dolphin strandings in Tanjay and Bais Cities, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) in Negros Oriental is pressing local government units to take the lead in funding and organizing training sessions on marine mammal stranding. The call comes after a distressing incident where eight pantropical spotted dolphins were…
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Davao City Ramps Up Dengue Prevention Initiatives
DAVAO CITY – In a concerted effort to curb the spread of dengue, the Davao City Health Office (CHO) is stepping up its preventive measures, calling on the community to take an active role in eliminating mosquito breeding grounds. Melodina Babante, who leads the CHO’s Tropical Disease Division, reported a rise in dengue cases to…
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Archaeological Survey Reveals Rich History in Laoang, Northern Samar
In a recent exploration, a team of experts led by Dr. Emil Charles Robles from the University of the Philippines in Diliman has uncovered significant archaeological potential in Laoang, Northern Samar. The findings suggest that the town was a vibrant center of trade and culture long before the Spanish colonization in 1521. Dr. Robles emphasized…
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Collaborative Efforts in Caraga Region Yield Significant Gains in Environmental Protection
In a concerted effort to safeguard the natural resources of the Caraga Region, the Police Regional Office (PRO-13), alongside the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), local government units, and community members, have made substantial strides in 2024. Their joint initiatives have focused on combating illegal fishing and logging, which have been detrimental to…
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Typhoon Marce Damages Over 500 Classrooms in Cordillera Region
In the aftermath of Typhoon Marce, known internationally as Yinxing, the Department of Education in the Cordillera Administrative Region reported significant damage to educational facilities. As of November 12, 2024, a total of 519 classrooms were affected, with 158 experiencing major damage and 361 suffering minor damage. The hardest hit areas include Abra, with 97…
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