Tag: Philippine Coast Guard
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Philippine Coast Guard Reports Over 36,000 Outbound Passengers on New Year’s Day
On New Year’s Day, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) recorded a significant number of outbound passengers, totaling 36,094 across all national ports from 6 a.m. to noon. This surge in passenger traffic marks the conclusion of the holiday season. The PCG provided these statistics in their Wednesday situation update, highlighting the busy period at the…
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Tragedy Strikes as Cargo Ship Sinks Off Northern Samar: One Dead, One Missing
In a tragic maritime incident, one crew member of the cargo vessel MV Jerlyn Khatness lost their life, and another remains unaccounted for after the ship sank near Lavezares, Northern Samar on December 30. The body of a 30-year-old crew member was found floating near Biri, Northern Samar, as confirmed by the Office of Civil…
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Cargo Ship MV Jerlyn Khatness Sinks Off Northern Samar: 10 Rescued, 5 Missing
In a distressing maritime incident, the cargo ship MV Jerlyn Khatness sank off the coast of Northern Samar, leading to the rescue of 10 crew members while 5 others remain unaccounted for. The incident occurred on Monday, December 30, 2024, near Balicuatro village in Lavezares town, as reported by the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on…
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Philippine Coast Guard Warns Holiday Travelers of Port Exploitation
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has issued a stern warning to holiday travelers to stay alert against individuals exploiting the surge of passengers at ports. Commodore Armando Ricafrente, the PCG spokesperson, highlighted the issue during an interview with Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon, emphasizing the need for vigilance as many travelers head to their provinces during the…
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Two Suspects Arrested for Illegal Boarding Fee Scheme at Batangas Port
In a crackdown on illegal activities at Batangas Port, two individuals were arrested on December 23 for offering unauthorized expedited vehicle boarding services. The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported that the suspects were caught in the act of extorting money from motorists and passengers outside the port terminal. The operation involved personnel from the Coast…
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Authorities Nab Two for Illegal Boarding Fee Scheme at Batangas Port
In a crackdown on illegal activities at Batangas Port, two individuals were arrested on December 23 for offering unauthorized expedited boarding services to motorists and passengers. The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported that the suspects were caught in the act of soliciting fees for faster vehicle boarding outside the port terminal. The operation involved personnel…
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Senator Urges Government to Prioritize Holiday Travelers’ Safety and Comfort
Senator Raffy Tulfo, who leads the Senate Committee on Public Services, has issued a strong call to action for government agencies to focus on the safety, security, and comfort of travelers during the busy Christmas and New Year holiday period. In a statement released on December 23, 2024, Tulfo emphasized the importance of these measures…
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Danish Foreign Minister Visits Philippines to Address Maritime Challenges
COURTESY VISIT. During his visit to the Philippine Coast Guard headquarters in Manila on December 9, 2024, Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen engaged with the local media. He emphasized that Denmark, upon joining the United Nations Security Council, will prioritize the enforcement of international maritime laws to tackle issues like freedom of navigation. (Photo…
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Philippine President Holds Key to Warship Deployment in West Philippine Sea Amid China’s Harassment
SECURITY. During a news forum in Quezon City, Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson Commodore Jay Tarriela highlighted the ongoing tensions in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) due to China’s persistent harassment. Tarriela emphasized that the decision to deploy Philippine warships to the WPS rests solely with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. MANILA – Amid escalating tensions…
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