Tag: Mt. Kanlaon
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Bacolod and Negros Occidental Celebrate Global Achievements and Regional Milestones in 2024
In 2024, Bacolod City and Negros Occidental province celebrated significant achievements on both the international stage and within their region. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signed the Negros Island Region (NIR) Act into law on June 13, establishing a new administrative region that includes Negros Occidental, Negros Oriental, and Siquijor. This act aims to enhance…
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Negros Oriental Urged to Declare State of Calamity Due to Mt. Kanlaon’s Activity
In Dumaguete City, the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC) has put forward a proposal to declare Negros Oriental a state of calamity in response to the ongoing disturbances from Mt. Kanlaon. The decision came after a vote on Thursday, prompted by Vallehermoso’s recent declaration of a state of calamity, fulfilling the legal…
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DSWD and Local Governments Spread Holiday Joy to Mt. Kanlaon Evacuees
In a heartwarming display of holiday spirit, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) teamed up with local government units to bring festive cheer to the evacuees of Mt. Kanlaon. On December 24 and 25, 2024, the DSWD Field Office 7 in Central Visayas, along with their counterparts in Western Visayas, organized a series…
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Government Aid for Mt. Kanlaon Eruption Victims Reaches PHP123.7 Million
The Philippine government has extended over PHP123.69 million in aid to those impacted by the recent unrest of Mt. Kanlaon, as reported by the Office of Civil Defense (OCD). The volcano’s activity has affected 11,883 families, totaling 45,526 individuals across 32 barangays in Western and Central Visayas. All 9,571 families in need have received assistance,…
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Evacuees Near Mt. Kanlaon’s Lahar Paths Urged to Relocate by Local Governments
In response to the ongoing activity of Mt. Kanlaon, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) has issued a directive to local government units (LGUs) to move evacuees from centers located along potential lahar paths. This decision came after an emergency meeting led by OCD chief Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno, aimed at addressing the risks associated with…
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Bago City Staff Spread Holiday Joy to Mt. Kanlaon Evacuees
In a heartwarming display of community spirit, Bago City employees chose to forgo their traditional Christmas party to bring festive cheer to those displaced by the eruption of Mt. Kanlaon. On December 23, 2024, under the ‘Adopt an Evacuation Center’ program in collaboration with the Department of Social Welfare and Development-Western Visayas, four groups of…
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La Castellana Shines Bright Amidst Mt. Kanlaon’s Unrest
In the shadow of the recent eruptions of Mt. Kanlaon, the resilient community of La Castellana in Negros Occidental came together to celebrate the Christmas season with a traditional ‘Lights On’ ceremony at the town plaza. The event, held on the evening of December 23, 2024, was a beacon of hope and unity for the…
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Negros Electric and Power Corp. Battles Ashfall from Mt. Kanlaon to Maintain Power Supply
In response to the ashfall resulting from the recent eruption of Mt. Kanlaon on December 9, 2024, Negros Electric and Power Corp. (Negros Power) has initiated a comprehensive cleaning operation to safeguard its power distribution network. The utility company is actively flushing water through its equipment, particularly focusing on areas in Bago City and Murcia…
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OCD Urges Kanlaon Evacuees to Remain in Shelters Over Christmas Amid Volcanic Activity
The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) has issued a strong recommendation for residents evacuated from areas near Mt. Kanlaon on Negros Island to stay in evacuation centers during the Christmas holidays. This advice comes in response to the ongoing volcanic activity of Mt. Kanlaon. Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno of the OCD emphasized the importance of staying…
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