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Alert level 2 maintained over Taal

(Eagle News)–An alert level 2 remains hoisted over Taal today. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said activity in the main crater in the past 24 hours has been characterized by a weak emission of steam-laden plumes rising 50 meters high. It said the Taal Volcano Network recorded 29 volcanic earthquakes that are “associated with rock fracturing processes beneath and around the edifice.” PHIVOLCS reminded the public that “sudden steam-driven or phreatic explosions, volcanic […]

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PNP to submit results of probe into Espenido, other cops on March 7

(Eagle News)–The Philippine National Police is submitting its results on its probe into Lt. Col. Jovie Espenido and other policemen implicated in illegal drugs on March 7. PNP spokesperson Brigadier General Bernard Banac said the regional adjudication board has submitted its report to the national adjudication board “so that we can beat the deadline” for submission to President Rodrigo Duterte. Espenido, who led the raid on the properties of former Ozamiz Mayor Reynaldo Parojinog Sr., […]

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DOH: 7 of 9 repatriates from Japan being monitored for respiratory disease symptoms test negative for COVID-19

(Eagle News)–Seven of the nine Filipino repatriates who were being monitored for respiratory disease symptoms have tested negative for the novel coronavirus. DOH Assistant Secretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said in a radio interview that the Department of Health was still waiting for the laboratory results on the two remaining repatriates. The nine Filipinos showed symptoms ranging from cough to sore throat. The nine were part of the 445 Filipinos from the Japan cruise ship Diamond […]

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Gordon says gov’t should stock up on face masks, other medical supplies

(Eagle News)–Senator Richard Gordon has stressed the need for the government to stockpile on face masks, medical gowns, personal protective equipment and other strategic medical supplies to ensure sufficient stocks during epidemics and calamities. In filing  Senate Bill No. 1347 or the Stockpiling Act of 2019, Gordon said if the country has sufficient supplies in stockpile, there would be no panic buying during emergencies. He cited as an  example the sudden increase in the price […]

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Cloudy skies, rains expected today

(Eagle News)–Cloudy skies and rains are expected in parts of the country today. The Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said Batanes and Babuyan Group,of Islands will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains  as the northeasterlies affect extreme Northern Luzon. Metro Manila and the rest of the country will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms due to the easterlies. Flash floods or landslides due severe […]

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PAL cancels flights between PHL, South Korea

(Eagle News)–Philippine Airlines on Saturday, Feb. 29, announced the cancellation of flights between the Philippines and South Korea starting March 1. According to PAL, the following flights are cancelled: from March 1 to March 31: PR 468 Manila – Seoul (daily) PR 469 Seoul – Manila (daily) From March 2 to March 30: PR 418 Manila – Busan (Mo/Th/Fr) PR 419 Busan – Manila (Mo/Th/Fr) from March 8 to March 29: PR 418 Manila – […]

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DOT postpones nationwide mall sale amid COVID-19 concerns

(Eagle News)–The Department of Tourism has postponed its nationwide mall sale that was supposed to be part of the 2020 Philippine Shopping Festival as a precaution against the novel coronavirus. The Philippine Shopping Festival was supposed to mitigate the economic effects of COVID-19 especially on tourism. “The DOT maintains its stance to prioritize the safety of its citizens more than visitor arrivals and revenue,” the DOT said in a statement. The DOT said the activity […]

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Some M. Manila roads scheduled to undergo reblocking, repair

(Eagle News)–The Department of Public Works and Highways advised motorists to take alternate routes as it begins reblocking and repair work on several Metro Manila roads. In a statement, the DPWH said the work on the following roads started on Friday, Feb. 28: A. Bonifacio Ave. (southbound): J Manuel to Sgt. Rivera St., third lane from sidewalk Elliptical road (westbound): corner Maharlika St., ninth lane from outer sidewalk General Luis St. (westbound): Diversion road to […]

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Sotto: Senate will follow process in grant of franchises to public utilities

(Eagle News)–The Senate will follow a process in the grant of franchises to public utilities, Senate President Tito Sotto said on Saturday, Feb. 29. Sotto said, after all, that “we cannot do away with certain steps to fast-track the process, or else we can be unjustly accused of currying favors to specific parties.” “We will maintain an unbiased treatment to organizations asking for renewal of their franchise. We were elected to serve and protect the […]

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DOH: Number of repatriates from Japan with respiratory illness symptoms at 7

(Eagle News)–The number of repatriates from Japan exhibiting respiratory illness symptoms has reached seven. This is according to Health Assistant Secretary Maria Rosario Vergeire, who gave an interview over radio dzbb on Saturday, Feb. 29. According to Vergeire, six had sore throat while the other had cough. Of the seven, she said  four have tested negative for the novel coronavirus, but remain admitted in hospitals. The tests on the remaining three have  yet to arrive. […]

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Taal still on alert level 2 as PHIVOLCS monitors volcanic earthquakes

(Eagle News)–The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology has monitored volcanic earthquakes at Taal, which remains on alert level 2. In its latest advisory, PHIVOLCS said the Taal Volcano Network recorded 45 volcanic earthquakes “associated with rock fracturing processes beneath and around the edifice.” Activity in the main crater in the past 24 hours has also been characterized by “weak emission of steam-laden plumes rising 50 meters high.” According to PHIVOLCS,  “sudden steam-driven or phreatic […]

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Cebu Pacific cancels flights between PHL, S. Korea

(Eagle News)–Cebu Pacific has cancelled flights between the Philippines and South Korea following the government-imposed travel ban as a precaution against the novel coronavirus. CebuPac said these cancelled flights are from March 3 to April 30. 5J 188/ 5J 187 Manila-Incheon-Manila 5J 128 / 5J 129 Cebu-Incheon-Cebu 5J 180 / 5J 181 Kalibo-Incheon-Kalibo The airline said passengers affected by the flight cancellations may avail of any of the following options: • Rebook the flight to […]

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