Monday, November 18, 2024

Bukidnon logs over 5,000 dengue cases since January 2024

Over 5,000 dengue cases have been recorded in Bukidnon from January to August 2024

According to the Provincial Health Office (PHO), the 5,099 dengue cases recorded in the province are higher than the 4,000 cases logged in the same period in 2023.

PHO said at least 17 people have died from dengue in the province. However, there is no outbreak of the disease just yet.

Authorities have also yet to discuss the declaration of a state of calamity.

PHO said Malaybalay City has the most cases, with 926, followed by Valencia City, with 508. These cities have two reported deaths each.

With the rising number of dengue cases, the local government of Malaybalay City has conducted fogging operations in areas where dengue cases were reported.

PHO also distributed treated mosquito nets to some schools to fend off dengue-carrying mosquitoes.

“Kung di ka mag-cleanup unya mag-fogging mao ra gihapon mobalik ra gihapon ang lamok kay di man kasulod ang aso sa tubig, so clean up gyud ta,” Bukidnon PHO Dengue Coordinator, Sergio Flores, said.

Health authorities reminded the public to practice the 5S habit against dengue, which includes search and destroy, self-protection, seeking early consultation, supporting fogging, and sustaining hydration. — (James Paolo Yap/GMA Regional TV/August 19, 2024)

6 LGUs misumite og SB resolutions sa pagdeklarar sa State of Calamity

Nakasumite ngadto sa PGO-PDRRMD ang unom ka mga LGUs sa Bukidnon sa ilang SB Resolutions nga nagdeklara sa ilang area of responsibility ubos sa state of calamity, gumikan sa nasinati nga taas nga panahon sa ting-init o dry spell

Sumala sa social media page sa provincial government sa Bukidnon, ang unom ka mga munisipyo mao ang Kibawe, Kitaotao, Quezon, Cabanglasan, Pangantucan, ug Impasugong.

Nakasumite usab sa ilang report sa kadaot sa hulaw ang Kadingilan, Damulog ug Valencia City apan wala magdeklara sa state of calamity.

Sa punto sa Valencia, ang City Disaster Risk Reduction Managemernt Council (CDRRMC) nagpalabang og resolution nga nagrekominda sa konseho sa maong dakbayan alang sa deklarasyon sa State of Calamity.

Nasayran ang kasayoran sa report ni Mr. Israel Johan M. Damasco, Jr., head sa PGO-PDRRMD atol sa radio program sa PGB – “ang Kalihukan sa Probinsya” kaniadtong Mayo 17, 2024.

Iyang gibatbat ang Revised Guidelines alang sa Declaration of a State of Calamity sa NDRRMC.

Pipila nini mao nga at least 15 percent sa forecasted affected population basi sa science-based projection nga nanginahanglan sa dinalian nga tabang; at least 30 percent sa nag-unang panginabuhian sa sektor sa agrikultura, negosyo ug industriya ang naapektuhan; lapad nga kadaut sa mga fishpond, pananom, manok ug kahayupan, ug uban pang suplay sa agrikultura; ug uban pa. (Diego M. Hidalgo)

Mag-uuma nga naapektuhan sa pagbaha, landslide sa Malaybalay gitunolan og cash aid

Gitunolan ang mga mag-uuma sa dakbayan sa Malaybalay nga naapektuhan sa flashfloods ug landslides og cash aid niadtong Agosto 16

Sumala sa pahibalo sa City Government of Malaybalay, niadtong Hunyo 21, lain-laing mga barangay sa dakbayan ang naapektuhan sa Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) nga nagdala og flashfloods ug pagdahili sa yuta, hinungdan nga gideklara ang State of Calamity sa dakbayan sa Malaybalay

Kinatibuk-ang 22 ka mga barangay ang apektado nga adunay 1,265 ka mag-uuma kansang mga tanom ug fishpond nangadaot.

Ang matag mag-uuma nga adunay totally damaged nga luna nakadawat og Php5,000.00/hectare samtang kadtong adunay partially damage nakadawat og porsiyento sa maong kantidad.

Samtang sa fishpond, ang matag mangingisda nakadawat og Php2,700 matag 100 ka metro kwadrado.

Ang kinatibuk-ang tabang nga gihatag sa mga mag-uuma nagkantidad og Php4,438,302.70. (Omar Rashid Z. Abdullah)

Malaybalay City gov’t culminates National Disaster Resilience Month with Kapihan Media Forum

The City Government of Malaybalay, in collaboration with the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Council, successfully concluded the National Disaster Resilience Month with a Kapihan media forum held at the Peoples’ Hall, City Hall, on July 28, 2023

City Administrator Anna Marie R. Bergado warmly welcomed the attendees, highlighting the importance of collective efforts and resilience during calamities. She emphasized that such challenging times are moments when people turn to a higher power for strength and guidance, and she expressed her confidence in the collaborative efforts among stakeholders to implement effective disaster risk reduction and management action plans.

City Administrator Bergado expressed gratitude to the media for their pivotal role in disseminating critical information to the public, educating them about potential risks, and rallying efficient and effective responses from both the government and other stakeholders.

Bearing the theme, “Building a Stronger Filipino Well-being towards Disaster Resilience,” the event brought together media personalities from across the province to discuss and showcase the accomplishments and plans of the DRRM thematic areas. The focus areas included disaster preparedness, response and early recovery, prevention, mitigation, and recovery and rehabilitation.

A comprehensive report was also tackled on the recent flooding incident that affected 13 barangays. The incident led to the declaration of a State of Calamity in the city, which enabled the swift coordination between various response clusters and agencies to address the immediate needs of the affected communities.

In his message, Exec. Asst. John Valmores, representing City Mayor Jay Warren R. Pabillaran, underscored the significance of unity during times of disaster. He acknowledged the government’s preparedness and the crucial role played by communities in disaster resilience. Valmores also expressed his gratitude to the media for their invaluable contributions to disaster plans and programs.

The culminating activity also featured an open forum, where media representatives raised various issues and concerns addressed and clarified by the panelists.

As National Disaster Resilience Month came to a close, the City Government of Malaybalay affirmed its commitment to enhancing disaster preparedness and response measures for the safety and well-being of its citizens. (LGU Malaybalay)

Malaybalay City declares ‘State of Calamity’ as floods devastate barangays

In response to the widespread devastation caused by heavy floods resulting from torrential and continuous rains triggered by the Inter Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), the Sangguniang Panlungsod has approved SP Resolution No. 2023-0409, declaring Malaybalay City under a “State of Calamity.”

This declaration enables the City Government to access calamity funds and immediately assist the affected communities.

The resolution was endorsed by City Mayor Jay Warren R. Pabillaran, who presented CDRRMC Resolution No. 007, Series of 2023, to the Sangguniang Panlungsod on June 26, 2023, seeking approval for the declaration. The City Mayor highlighted the urgency of the situation and the need for coordinated efforts to address the challenges faced by the affected barangays.

Rapid Damage Assessment and Needs Analysis (RDANA) report revealed that at least 13 barangays in Malaybalay City experienced significant damage on June 21, 2023. The floods caused substantial damage to residential properties, public structures, schools, and business establishments, as well as local farmers’ agriculture and livestock products.

Following careful deliberation during the 49th regular session on June 27, 2023, Councilor Royland M. Orquia, Chairman of the Committee on Peace and Order motioned to declare Malaybalay City under a State of Calamity. The august body unanimously agreed on the resolution, emphasizing the urgent need to provide immediate relief and support to the affected communities. (LGU Malaybalay)