Philippines: Typhoon Bualoi Batters Luzon and Visayas With Gusty Winds and Heavy Rainfall 5

Typhoon Bualoi, locally named Opong, battered Luzon and the Visayas with heavy rain and strong winds. It made six landfalls between September 25 and 26—first as a typhoon in Eastern Samar, then as a severe tropical storm in Masbate, Romblon, and Oriental Mindoro. Thousands of residents were evacuated as a precaution, while authorities warned of possible flooding, landslides, and storm surges.

Philippines: Waterspout Spotted Off Boracay Island

A waterspout formed off the coast of Boracay Island, central Philippines on Tuesday, July 2.

Philippines: Waterspout Spotted Off Boracay Island 2

A waterspout formed off the coast of Boracay Island, central Philippines on Tuesday, July 2.

Aid from the Government

Aid from the Government

AID FOR FISHERFOLK. Fishers in the municipality of Tangalan, Aklan view the fiberglass fishing boats and accompanying diesel engines that are part of the various government assistance distributed by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday (Oct. 6, 2023). Marcos assured the Aklanons that the government is fully committed to advancing the province’s agricultural productivity. (PNA photo by Joey O. Razon)

PBBM Distributes Agricultural Equipments in Kalibo, Aklan

PBBM Distributes Agricultural Equipments in Kalibo, Aklan

AID TO FARMERS. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. awards farm equipment to an agrarian reform beneficiary in Kalibo, Aklan on Friday (Oct. 6, 2023). Marcos assured that the government remains persistent in supporting the country’s agricultural sector through its various programs and projects. (PNA photo by Joey O. Razon)