With typhoons intensifying and the climate crisis worsening, we can’t afford to wait for the next big flood to take action. We already have the technology. We’ve seen it work—in BGC, in Japan, and in other flood-prone cities. Read more »
Several multi-million peso infrastructure projects funded under the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) are under scrutiny after residents and barangay officials raised concerns over stalled implementation and the lack of visible progress. Read more »
A 60-day price freeze on 148 essential medicines is now in effect in areas declared under a state of calamity, the Department of Health (DOH) announced. Read more »
Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has renewed his call to establish a Department of Disaster Resilience (DDR), aiming to strengthen the country’s capacity to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. Read more »
The Department of Tourism (DOT) has pledged ongoing assistance to travelers affected by transport disruptions and heavy rains triggered by Severe Tropical Storm “Emong” and the southwest monsoon. Read more »
Aksyon Klima Pilipinas (AKP), the country’s largest climate advocacy network, is urging Congress to launch a legislative inquiry into the country’s flood control projects. Read more »
