Pinatubo Volcano update

Pinatubo Volcano update

Pinatubo Volcano’s monitoring network recorded thirty-five (35) volcanic earthquakes during the 24-hour observation period, according to PHIVOLCS bulletin on Monday, March 8. Alert Level 1 (Abnormal) prevails over Pinatubo Volcano, …

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Magat Dam not built for flood control - NIA

Magat Dam not built for flood control – NIA

The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) explained that the Magat Dam was not designed for flood control. As per the Magat Dam’s operations manual, NIA Administrator Ricardo Visaya said, “[i]t is …

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Kaliwa Dam to cause more damage than benefit

Kaliwa Dam to cause more harm than good

Instead of benefits, the construction of the Kaliwa Dam will only cause damage, a lawmaker said. This was emphasized yesterday by Bayan Muna Rep. Eufemia Cullamat. Hence, he called on …

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Duterte claims squatters caused deforestation

Duterte claims ‘squatters’ caused deforestation

President Rodrigo Duterte blamed “squatters” or informal settlers for deforestation, which contributed to Luzon’s massive flooding during Typhoon Ulysses. In a briefing with Cabinet officials on Tuesday night, the President …

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NIA eyes revising dam opening protocols

NIA eyes revising dam opening protocols

The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) said Tuesday it would revisit and consider revising the protocols on opening the dams and releasing water to prevent massive flooding from happening again. “Actually …

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Cagayan LGU eyes filing case vs NIA

Cagayan LGU eyes filing case vs. NIA

Cagayan provincial government will study if it continues with filing charges against the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) over Magat Dam’s release water, which allegedly caused the massive flooding in the …

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