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BFP beefs up disaster response
QUEZON CITY — The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) has beefed up its disaster response operations as it extended critical support in relief, rescue, and evacuation operations in areas heavily affected by Typhoon Nika (Toraji) and the other preceding weather disturbances. The BFP, along with the Philippine National Police and the Bureau of Jail Management…
DSWD asks DBM for replenishment of P875 million in Quick Response Funds
QUEZON CITY — The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has requested the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) for the immediate replenishment of its Quick Response Funds (QRF) to ensure the welfare agency’s unhampered disaster response. DSWD spokesperson and Disaster Response Management Group (DRMG) Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao said they need the timely…
𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓 𝐈 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐬 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐖𝐀𝐓𝐑𝐒 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐔𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧, 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧
To provide a reliable emergency potable water system, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region I, through its Provincial Science and Technology Office (PSTO) Pangasinan, in collaboration with DOST-Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI), deployed SAFEWATRS Technology on October 2-3, 2024 at the Community Empowerment thru Science & Technology (CEST) Program beneficiary in Brgy. Luna…
PBBM delivers nearly P110-M aid to Kristine victims in Batangas
MANILA — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. distributed P 109,780,000 in government aid on Monday, Nov. 4, to victims of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine victims in Batangas. In his speech during the distribution of assistance to farmers and fisherfolk in Laurel, President Marcos said six municipalities in Batangas – Talisay, Laurel, Agoncillo, Cuenca, Lemery, and…
Metro Manila LGUs to observe National Mourning for Kristine victims with half-mast flags
MANILA, — In solidarity with the victims of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has declared November 4, 2024, as a Day of National Mourning. Following this proclamation, the 17 local government units (LGUs) in Metro Manila will raise their flags at half-mast on Monday to honor those who lost their lives in…
DOST 1 empowers Community with Potable Water Solutions, deploys SAFEWATRS Technology in Umingan, Pangasinan
To provide a reliable emergency potable water system, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region I, through its Provincial Science and Technology Office (PSTO) Pangasinan, in collaboration with DOST-Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI), deployed SAFEWATRS Technology on October 2-3, 2024 at the Community Empowerment thru Science & Technology (CEST) Program beneficiary in Brgy. Luna…
DOST NCR Launches Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week to Promote Green Economy Solutions in Metro Manila
The Department of Science and Technology National Capital Region (DOST NCR) launched its annual Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTW) from October 29-31, 2024, at Amoranto Arena in Quezon City, with a focus on bridging science and technology with green economy solutions for Metro Manila. This year’s theme, “Bridging Science, Technology, and Green Economy…
MMDA purifies over 5k gallons of water for storm-hit families in Bicol
QUEZON CITY (PIA) — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority’s (MMDA) solar-powered water filtration system has successfully provided 5,040 gallons of clean water in Naga City, which was severely hit by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine. The MMDA said it conducted its on-site water purification in the city’s barangays Mabolo and Triangulo. The purified water benefited up…
MMDA prepares rescue assets for deployment amid TS Kristine
QUEZON CITY, — In response to directives from President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is readying its assets and rescue personnel to assist those affected by Tropical Storm Kristine. MMDA Chairman and concurrent Metro Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (MMDRRMC) Chairperson Atty. Don Artes led an inspection of the…
Comelec addressing concerns on possible use of AI, deepfakes in 2025 polls
QUEZON CITY — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has said it is addressing concerns on the possible prevalent use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology as well as deepfake in the upcoming 2025 midterm elections. Comelec spokesperson John Rex Laudiangco said on Oct. 17 they have sought the commitment of Google and social media giants like…