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(Image courtesy of DOST-PAGASA) MANILA - Typhoon Odette has further intensified while moving west northwestward over the Philippine Sea, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said on Wednesday. In its 5 p.m. weather bulletin, PAGASA said "Odette" was estimated at 485 kilometers east of Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur with maximum sustained winds of 130 km per hour near the center and gustiness of up to 160 kph. Gale to storm-force winds will be experienced in the areas where Tropical Cyclone Wind Signals (TCWS) No. 2 has been hoisted, it said. Areas under TCWS No. 2 are southern portion of Eastern Samar (City of Borongan, Maydolong, Balangkayan, Llorente, Lawaan, Balangiga, Giporlos, Quinapondan, General Macarthur, Hernani, Salcedo, Mercedes, Guiuan), the southern portion of Samar (Basey, Marabut, Santa Rita), Southern Leyte, the central and southern portions of Leyte (Ormoc City, Jaro, Alangalang, Tacloban City, Palompon, Merida, ....
Tubbataha Reef in Palawan(Photo courtesy of Robert Yin/DOT) MANILA - The Philippines was once again hailed as Asia's leading beach and dive destination at the 2021 World Travel Awards (WTA). This is the Philippines' fifth time to win Asia's Leading Beach Destination and the third time in a row since 2019 to win Asia's Leading Dive Destination award. Department of Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat said this boosts the agency's efforts to keep the Philippines as a top-of-mind destination for foreign tourists as it awaits the resumption of international leisure travel to the country, consistent with its "More Fun Awaits" global campaign. "We are elated that the country's pristine beaches and mesmerizing dive spots have once again been cited as the best in Asia by the prestigious 2021 World Travel Awards," she said Tuesday. "We share this recognition with our tourism stakeholders, local government units, partner agencies, and all Fil ....
ALERT VS. 'LANNIE.' Photos show landslide incidents in the upland village of Pulangbato, Cebu City caused by heavy rains. The state weather bureau placed 23 areas in the country under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 on Monday (Oct. 4, 2021) due to Tropical Depression Lannie. (Photo courtesy of Ramil Ayuman) CEBU CITY - As Cebu is among the 23 areas placed under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 1 due to Tropical Depression (TD) Lannie, Acting Mayor Michael Rama on Monday reminded village officials and residents to plan contingency measures in case of any eventuality such as flood and landslide. "First of all, I call on our citizens to be prepared at all times. PAGASA (Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration) days ago already advised that we are in a La Nina phenomenon that means more rainfall and stronger trade winds, which might result in inconveniences like flashflood and landslides," Rama said in a statement. He undersc ....
Earthquake of 6.3 magnitude hits Philippines IANSFeb 7, 2021, 12:07 IST PIXABAY Manila, An earthquake measuring 6.3 on the Richter scale jolted the Davao del Sur province in the Philippines on Sunday, authorities said, adding that damages were expected. The Philippine Institute of Seismology and Volcanology (Phivolcs) said the quake, which struck at 12.22 p.m. (local time), hit at a depth of 15 m, about 6 km southeast of Magsaysay town, reported Advertisement The tremors was also felt in Kadapawan City, Koronadal City in South Cotabato and other areas in the Mindanao region. It was not immediately known if there were any casualties or injuries. The Philippines has frequent seismic activity due to its location along the Pacific Ring of Fire . ....