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(Eagle News) — A 4.6-magnitude earthquake struck Surigao del Sur early Saturday, Oct. 16. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said the quake hit at 12:54 a.m. It had its epicenter nine kilometers southeast of Marihatag. The depth of focus was 40 kilometers. The following intensities were reported: Intensity IV – Marihatag and San Agustin, Surigao Del Sur Intensity III – Cagwait, San Francisco and Tandag City, Surigao Del Sur Intensity II – Bislig […]
(Eagle News) — A 4.5-magnitude earthquake struck off Davao Oriental early Friday, Oct. 15. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said the quake hit at 5:19 a.m. It had its epicenter 126 kilometers southeast of Caraga. The depth of focus was30 kilometers. No damage to property nor aftershocks were expected.
(Eagle News) — Two soldiers and a policeman were arrested for alleged gun-running activities in Maguindanao, the Philippine National Police said on Thursday, Oct. 14. The PNP identified those arrested in the entrapment operation in in Barangay Tamontaka, Datu Odin Sinsuat as Patrolman Eliver Jay Anggot Soverano; Datu Morjan Kunakon Tumindig; Adams Tuminding; and Army Staff Sgt. Gleen Argones Sangyao and Army Staff Sgt. Reynaldo Dichosa II. Soverano was reportedly assigned to the Philippine National […]
(Eagle News) — Seven fishermen were rescued off Iloilo waters amid “Maring,” the Philippine Coast Guard said on Wednesday, Oct. 13. The PCG said the seven were on board FBCA ARIANNE that departed from Estancia, Iloilo for a fishing venture when the vessel encountered engine trouble in the vicinity of Sicogon Island and Bayas Island due to the strong winds and big waves. The boat captain sought the help of PCG, which immediately sent a […]
(Eagle News) — A 4.4-magnitude earthquake struck off Davao Oriental on Tuesday, Oct. 12. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said the quake that hit at 7:30 a.m. was an aftershock of the Aug. 12 earthquake in the area. Tuesday’s earthquake had its epicenter 142 kilometers southeast of Governor Generoso. The depth of focus was 56 kilometers. According to PHIVOLCS, the earthquake was of tectonic origin. No damage to property nor aftershocks were reported. […]
(Eagle News) — A rainfall warning has been raised over parts of the country due to Tropical Storm “Maring.” The Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said an orange rainfall warning is hoisted over Palawan (Kalayaan Islands), which means floods in low-lying areas and landslides in mountainous areas are expected and threatening. Meanwhile, Eastern Samar, Samar, the rest of Palawan and Catanduanes are under a yellow rainfall warning, which means floods are also expected. […]
(Eagle News) –A 3.6-magnitude earthquake struck off Cagayan early Sunday, Oct. 10. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said the quake hit at 7:13 a.m. It had its epicenter 20 kilometers east of Calayan. The depth of focus was eight kilometers. The earthquake was of tectonic origin. According to PHIVOLCS, no damage to property nor aftershocks were reported.
(Eagle News)–The Department of Justice wrapped up its probe into the drug complaint filed against Julian Ongpin, who the police said was a person of interest in the death of artist Bree Jonson. The Philippine National Police said the complaint against Ongpin, son of businessman Roberto Ongpin, was now deemed submitted for resolution after the police and Ongpin’s camp no longer raised new issues. The complaint stemmed from the police’s discovery of 12.6 grams of […]
(Eagle News) — Around P6 million worth of marijuana was seized in Kapangan, Benguet recently, the Philippine National Police said. The PNP identified those arrested by police manning a checkpoint as Marry Ann Felipe Del Rosario, Simiano Tadina Patingan, and Jun Comot Colera. The police said they had flagged down the Mitsubishi Montero the suspects were using to inspect the vehicle when they saw the suspected marijuana inside. A police officer, the PNP said, also […]
(Eagle News) — The Bicol International Airport started commercial operations on Friday, Oct. 8, the Department of Transportation announced. According to the Transportation Secretary Art Tugade, who was present during the inauguration led by President Rodrigo Duterte on the day before, the airport was also now “night-rated” and will start night operations in November. The DOTr said the country’s “Most Scenic Gateway” will offer domestic and international passengers contactless properties that are innovative solutions during […]
(Eagle News) — The Philippine Coast Guard rescued three passengers of a distressed motorbanca off the waters of Zambales on Friday, Oct. 8. The PCG said Joey Lescano, 38; Jessabel Semella, 29; and Jhon Larence Reyes, 16; were rescued from their vessel that drifted 5 nautical miles west of Capones Island, San Antonio, Zambales after it encountered engine trouble. The three had departed from Mariveles, Bataan and were on their way back to Noveleta, Cavite […]
(Eagle News) — A 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Batangas early Friday, Oct. 8. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said the quake, an aftershock of the 6.6-magnitude earthquake that struck the area on July 24, hit at 16 kilometers northwest of Calatagan. The depth of focus was 124 kilometers. The following instrumental intensities were reported: Instrumental Intensities: Intensity II – Calapan City and Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro; Olongapo City; Makati City Intensity I – Marikina […]
