El Niño manageable–LGUs
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council said Sunday the effects of the El Niño phenomenon in the country ...
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Measles cases doubled, says Health chief
Health Secretary Francisco Duque III on Saturday said measles cases in the country from January 1 to February 13, 2019 ...
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‘Usman’ death toll reaches 126, rain-induced landslides top cause
The death toll from tropical storm “Usman,” which struck shortly after Christmas, rose to 126, authorities said Sunday, adding that ...
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‘Usman’ deaths mounting; crop losses at P342m
The number of deaths caused by Tropical Depression “Usman” has climbed to 85, the latest update from the National Disaster ...
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‘Don’t be fooled by sunny weather’
Disaster officials warned the public Thursday not to be fooled by the sunny weather ahead of the entry of Typhoon ...
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Typhoon threatens PAR: Government raises highest alert level
Officials said they are bracing for the approaching Typhoon “Mangkhut” at the same level they would have for Super Typhoon ...
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Boracay rehab plans still being crafted, OCD official says
Rehabilitation plans for Boracay, the world reknowned tourist destination known for its pristine white sand beaches, are being crafted, an ...
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