Philippines Natural Disasters Newswire

UP scientists develop system to predict flood nationwide

University of the Philippines (UP) scientists developed an impact-based flood forecasting system that can predict flooding throughout the Philippines. The tool can forecast flooding in specific areas based on accumulated rainfall forecasts (predicted total …

Oarfish Sightings Spark Earthquake Fears in the Philippines

MANILA, Philippines — Social media claims of an impending 8.2 magnitude earthquake have emerged, spurred by recent sightings of the oarfish, also known as the ‘doomsday fish.’ Posts circulating online attribute the fish’s appearance to supernatural …

A Green Light for US Earthquake Relief in Myanmar

“We’re not the government of the world,” Marco Rubio told a BBC reporter at NATO Headquarters in Brussels on April 4. The U.S. Secretary of State defended a modest $2 million contribution for Myanmar, recovering from a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that killed …

Philippines: Kanlaon volcano kicks up smoke, 33 quakes

Manila: Volcanologists reported a thick plume of smoke being spewed out by Mount Kanlaon, an active volcano in central Philippines, shortly before noon on Monday (April 14) following dozens of earthquakes.

Taal Volcano logs 55 earthquakes, 19 tremors in 5 days

ICONIC Taal Volcano’s iconic beauty, as seen from Tagaytay City, on this clear Sunday, April 13, hides the fact that Phivolcs has detected 55 earthquakes around it in a span of just five days. Taal, one of the most active volcanoes in the Philippines, …

14 areas under 'danger’ heat index on Holy Tuesday — PAGASA

MANILA, Philippines — Fourteen areas in the Philippines are expected to experience scorching temperatures on Tuesday, April 15, the state weather bureau PAGASA said. In its latest heat index bulletin, PAGASA reported that these areas fall under the “danger …

Warm, humid weather expected across the Philippines this Holy Week

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said warm and humid weather conditions will persist throughout the country during the Holy Week, from Monday to Friday, April 14 to 18. In its weekly weather outlook, …

3.9 magnitude earthquake rocks Masbate

LEGAZPI CITY — A magnitude 3.9 earthquake struck Masbate on Sunday morning, April 13, 2025, marking the second seismic event to hit the island province this weekend. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported that the …

3.9 magnitude earthquake jolts Masbate

LEGAZPI CITY — A magnitude 3.9 earthquake hit Masbate on Sunday morning, April 13, which followed a minor tectonic movement also felt in the island province on Saturday. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported that the …

Major floods in Manila as Typhoon Vamco batters Philippines

The things Nigerians take for granted about their country, By ‘Tope Fasua

We don’t have anything near a perfect system in Nigeria. There are problems aplenty. But we must appreciate our country for the little we have. Nigeria may be corruption-ridden (in the public and private sectors). But Nigeria remains a country with some of …

Forging a vibrant future for Japan-Philippines-United States trilateral partnership

April marks the first year anniversary of the founding of the trilateral partnership of Japan, Philippines and the United States. Anchored on the shared commitment to the rule of law, the trilateral arrangement is a clear demonstration of the power of …

DSWD's psychological first aid team arrives in earthquake-hit Myanmar

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Social Welfare and Services (DSWD) is providing psychological first aid to the people of earthquake-hit Myanmar. DSWD Assistant Secretary and Spokesperson Irene Dumlao, in a statement on Saturday, said the department …

PAGASA: Easterlies to prevail over most of the Philippines on April 12

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) announced that easterlies will dominate most of the country on Saturday, April 12. (MARK BALMORES / MANILA BULLETIN / FILE PHOTO)In its weather forecast, …

Kanlaon Volcano spews 800-meter ash plume

MANILA, Philippines — Nearly a week after its last explosive eruption, Kanlaon Volcano expelled ash once again on Monday, April 14, according to the Phivolcs. A dark gray ash plume rose as high as 800 meters from the summit crater and drifted west- …

April 14: 2 weather systems may bring rain, cloudy skies

MANILA, Philippines — Cloudy skies and scattered rain showers may be expected across the Philippines due to two weather systems, the state weather bureau PAGASA said. In its weather forecast on Monday, April 14, PAGASA said a frontal system may affect …

The US Is MIA in Myanmar’s Earthquake Response

Since the devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar two weeks ago, the official death toll now exceeds 3,600 – and the real number is likely to be much higher. Many ancient cultural and religious sites have been completely destroyed. Homes have …

DFA confirms 2nd Filipino fatality in Myanmar quake

By Joyce Ann L. Rocamora (File logo) MANILA – The Philippine government confirmed that another missing Filipino in earthquake-stricken Myanmar has died. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Thursday confirmed the “positive identification” of the …

Second Filipino fatality confirmed from Myanmar quake; 2 others still missing

MANILA, Philippines — A second Filipino fatality from the 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar last month has been positively identified, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed Thursday, April 10.  The Philippine Embassy in Yangon …

Falcon Roofing and Restoration Launches Free Roof Inspections After Texas Hail Storms

Now serving Houston, San Antonio, and Austin, Falcon Roofing helps homeowners detect hidden roof damage at no cost. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the recent severe hailstorms that swept through …

Celebrating 43 Years of Comfort: Local HVAC Leader Sets the Standard for Heating, Cooling, and Air Quality Service

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, April 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Michigan temperatures swing between freezing winters and humid summers, one local HVAC company has remained a reliable source of comfort for more than four decades. With …

Austin Roofing Company Earns Over 1,400 Glowing Reviews, Reinforcing Community Trust

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, April 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a market where reputation is everything, one locally owned roofing company continues to stand out with an impressive track record of satisfied customers and award-winning service. …

Satellite-Based Remote Sensing Mineral Detection Technology Publicly Disclosed

Pinpointing Precious Metals, Rare Earths, Oil, Gas & Water BOUGAINVILLE , PAPUA NEW GUINEA, April 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CC Explorations, a pioneering company in remote sensing of minerals, has unveiled its groundbreaking utilization …

Three Days Left to Submit Your Right of Entry (ROE) Form to LA County

LOS ANGELES – Property owners have three days left to submit a Right of Entry (ROE) form to LA County. To have debris removed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), property owners affected by the Los Angeles Wildfires must submit a ROE form by April …

A&G Roofing Expands Premier Omaha Roofing Services to Bellevue, Nebraska

A&G Roofing expands its trusted Omaha roofing services to Bellevue, offering roof replacements, repairs, and inspections with special promotions for customers. OMAHA, NE, UNITED STATES, April 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A&G Roofing, a …

FCC Victorville Prison Law Enforcment Officers Hospitalized After Drug Exposure

VICTORVILLE , CA, UNITED STATES, April 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Bureau of Prisons' continued failure to protect its staff has resulted in six officers being hospitalized and four officers treated on-site and released in just …

Insulation4Less Highlights the Performance and Versatility of Reflective Insulation in Modern Building Applications

Combines Insulation + Radiant Barrier + Vapor Barrier + Air Barrier all in One Product. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Insulation4Less, a leading supplier of energy-efficient insulation solutions, is …

Raleigh County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center opens April 15

News release Raleigh County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center opens April 15 CHARLESTON, W.Va. – A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will open in Raleigh County at 8 a.m. April 15, 2025. FEMA encourages residents, including homeowners and renters, of the …

Disaster Recovery Center Re-Opening in Lee County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – The Disaster Recovery Center in Lee County is re-opening Monday, April 14, to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the February 14 – March 7 severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, …

Leading Insurance Provider Launches Groundbreaking Multi-Carrier Flood Insurance Rating Platform

H2Quoter streamlines flood insurance quotes and policies in under two minutes by leveraging innovative technology SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- California Flood Insurance Services, a leading flood insurance …

Business Reporter: Improving the efficiency of public safety agencies

How assistive AI tools can help combat skills shortages and data abundance LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an article published on Business Reporter, Bill Campbell, Senior Vice President of Global Public Safety at …

770 Water Damage & Restoration Enhances Disaster Recovery Services Amid Rising Climate-Related Incidents

770 Water Damage & Restoration expands emergency services to meet growing need for disaster recovery as severe weather events rise in Southern California. CHATSWORTH, CA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With extreme …

غرينبيس الشرق الأوسط وشمال أفريقيا: الحرائق المبكرة في تونس ولبنان تدق ناقوس الخطر – من يدفع ثمن أزمة المناخ؟

بيروت, LEBANON, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- دقّت غرينبيس الشرق الأوسط وشمال أفريقيا ناقوس الخطر بعد اندلاع عدة حرائق في تونس ولبنان خلال الأسبوع الماضي، بالتزامن مع إعلان وزارة الزراعة اللبنانية حالة الطوارئ في قطاع الغابات. وتُعد هذه …

Stronger than the Storm & Save the Children Offer Psychological First Aid Training at 2025 National Hurricane Conference

Workshop to Teach Participants How to Effectively Respond During Crises, Disasters, and Traumatic Events; Conference Held April 14-17, 2025 in New Orleans, LA NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stronger than the …

Laurel, McCreary Counties Now Eligible for FEMA Public Assistance

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Additional counties in the Commonwealth of Kentucky have been added to the major disaster declaration for the FEMA Public Assistance program for Kentucky’s severe storms and flooding in February.  Laurel and McCreary counties added for all …

Intersec Achieves Red Hat OpenShift Certifications

Red Hat OpenShift Certifications Enhances the Reliability, Security, and Scalability of the cloud-native Intersec products for Telecoms and Governments. PARIS, FRANCE, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Paris, April 10, 2025 – Intersec, leading …

Crystal Structures completes fixing a catastrophic condominium association skylight failure

Pyramid skylight detached from the roof structure, renovations for 13 others WICHITA, KS, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When a catastrophic skylight failure occurred at the Jetty East condominium complex in Destin, Fl., the …

U.N. University: Five Deep Changes Urgently Needed for a Sustainable World and How to Achieve Them

New 'Theory of Deep Change' says future depends on
transforming fundamental assumptions, structures behind today’s global crises BONN, GERMANY, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amid deepening inequalities and escalating crises, including …

Seven Days Left to Submit Your Right of Entry (ROE) Form to LA County

LOS ANGELES – Property owners have seven days left to submit a Right of Entry (ROE) form to LA County. In order to have debris removed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), property owners affected by the Los Angeles Wildfires must submit a ROE form …