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Intense earthquakes in Taal indicate possible ‘explosive eruption’— PHIVOLCS
Cracks due to frequent earthquakes can be seen on the roads, houses and some establishments in Batangas. BATANGAS, Philippines – The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS)...
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Gov’t workers hit by Taal eruption may get special emergency leave – CSC
A view of roofs covered in ash at a lakeside community two days after an eruption of Taal Volcano, in Agoncillo town, Batangas province, south of Manila, Philippines 14 January 2020. EPA-EFE/Rolex...
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Those in Metro Manila don’t need to wear N95 masks says DOH
MANILA, Philippines – People living in Metro Manila don’t really need to buy, wear – or hoard – N95 face masks amid the eruption of Taal Volcano, the Department of Health (DOH) said on Tuesday. The...
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Taal residents brave danger to rescue animals from volcano island
Residents return from the volcano island after rescuing animal survivors affected by the thick ashfall in Balete, Batangas. (Photo: Sonny Rivas) BATANGAS, Philippines – Aside from fishing, residents...
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More than 2,000 volunteers sign up for DSWD Taal Volcano relief efforts
MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Social Work and Development (DSWD) on Tuesday said it received an overwhelming response for its call for volunteers for its relief operations for those affected...
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Batangas coffee industry hardest hit by Taal’s volcanic ash
A cow covered in ash rests along damaged trees after a volcano eruption in Laurel, Batangas, Philippines, 13 January 2020. EPA-EFE/MARK R. CRISTINO MANILA, Philippines – Aside from fish kill, the...
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Phl, China formally opens Maritime Exercise
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and China marked the formal opening of the maritime exercise between the two countries on Tuesday (Jan. 14). The Philippine Coast Guard headed by Adm. Joel Garcia...
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Duterte denies appointing new Customs chief
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte administers the oath of Bureau of Customs Commissioner Rey Guerrero during a ceremony at the Presidential Guest House in Davao City on October 30, 2018. KARL NORMAN...
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DOH orders price control on medical supplies in areas affected by Taal eruption
The Department of Health (DOH) on Tuesday (January 14) ordered price control on medical supplies in areas affected by Taal volcano eruption. In a memorandum, Health Secretary Francisco Duque III...
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Calawit residents return to Taal Volcano Island to check on homes, livestock
MANILA, Philippines – “Lubog na lahat.” This was how several residents in Barangay Calawit in Balete, Batangas described the scene they saw when they returned to their homes in Taal Volcano Island...
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NDRRMC: Over 50,000 people affected by Taal eruption
The number of people affected by the Taal eruption has already reached over 50,000 according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC). In their 6:00 am report on January...
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DTI warns establishments manipulating face mask prices
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) warned establishments manipulating face mask prices amid high demand due to the high activity in Taal Volcano. DTI Usec. Ruth Castelo said that if proven...
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In the Know: Basic protocol for first responders or emergency workers
First responders or emergency workers are people equipped with specialized training and the first to arrive at the scene of an emergency such as disasters and calamities. They are the first to provide...
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Paredes named as new PH Air Force chief
Major General Allen Paredes MANILA, Philippines – Major General Allen Paredes has been designated as the new commanding general of the Philippine Air Force. President Rodrigo Duterte signed Paredes’...
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DOH warns residents not to eat fish from Taal Lake
The Department of Health (DOH) has warned residents in the Taal region not to buy and eat fish from the Taal lake for health reasons. The health department released an advisory reminding the public to...
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Several Batangas towns placed on lockdown amid Taal eruption
A motorcycle rider navigates through a muddy road after a volcano eruption in Talisay, Batangas, Philippines, 13 January 2020. EPA-EFE/MARK R. CRISTINO MANILA, Philippines – Several towns in Batangas...
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Duterte urges evacuees not to return home until situation in Taal is safe
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte delivers a speech during his visit to the families affected by the Taal Volcano eruption at the Batangas City Sports Coliseum on January 14, 2020. TOTO...
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‘Strictly off-limits’: DILG tells PNP to stop residents attempting to return...
MANILA, Philippines – The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on Wednesday ordered the Philippine National Police (PNP)to bar anyone from setting foot on the Taal Volcano island as...
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Residents, NGOs urged not to violate ‘off-limits’ order on Taal’s danger zone
MANILA, Philippines – Several residents are risking their lives to salvage their belongings and animals despite the dangers of returning to Taal volcano island. The National Disaster Risk Reduction...
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Phivolcs recommends transforming Taal Volcano Island into permanent no...
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Wednesday (Jan. 15) recommended having the entire Taal Volcano Island turned into a permanent no settlement...
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