Alcoy MDRRMO

Tropical Cyclone Advisory|07 May 2026

𝑯𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑬𝒙𝒄𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝑨𝒅𝒗𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑫𝒊𝒔𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑹𝒊𝒔𝒌 𝑹𝒆𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑴𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒈𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝑪𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒍 𝑽𝒊𝒔𝒂𝒚𝒂𝒔

The Office of Civil Defense Region VII (OCD-7), led by Regional Director Dir. Joel Q. Mamon, formally recognized 𝙇𝙤𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙂𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙐𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙨 and partners from the academe, health sector, community volunteers, and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) for their outstanding efforts and contributions to advancing Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) and Strengthening Disaster Resilience in Central Visayas. The recognition was conferred through the DRRM Partners’ Appreciation Awarding Ceremony.

The Local Government Unit of Alcoy was awarded recognition for its outstanding efforts, invaluable support, and steadfast commitment to implementing and advancing DRRM programs and initiatives, as well as for upholding the ideals of disaster-resilient communities. The award was received by Vice-Mayor Michael Angelo S. Sestoso representing Mayor Jose Eugenio B. Singson, Local Chief Executive and Local DRRM Officer Mr. Roberto Dingding.

SEMANA SANTA EPR

In line with the observance of Semana Santa, the Local Government Unit of Alcoy, through the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), has officially activated the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) under BLUE ALERT STATUS and established an Incident Management Team (IMT) Corner strategically located in front of Sta. Rosa de Lima Parish in Barangay Poblacion.

The IMT is composed of dedicated personnel from the:
• Municipal DRRM Office
• Rural Health Unit (RHU)
• Alcoy Municipal Police Station (MPS)
• Alcoy Fire Station
• Philippine Coast Guard

This coordinated effort aims to ensure public safety, emergency preparedness, and immediate response to any incidents during the influx of travelers and visitors in the municipality.

We encourage everyone to remain vigilant, observe safety protocols, and cooperate with authorities at all times.

The Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council with direct supervision from Mayor Jose Eugenio B. Singson, Jr. maintains its BLUE Alert Status to ensure heightened monitoring, maximize coordination and established emergency preparedness and response mechanisms for the Semana Santa 2026 (Holy Week) Observance.

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞

The Municipality of Alcoy joined the Training-Workshop on 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐃𝐑𝐑𝐌 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝 which was attended by no less than the Mayor, Engr. Jose Eugenio B. Singson, Jr. with LDRRM Officer Roberto Dingding.

Day 1 deepened participants’ understanding of LDRRM Fund policies and governance, strategic leadership, DRRM–development coherence, systems thinking for DRR-CCA, project design, nature-based solutions, and GEDSI integration.

Day 2 focused on transparency and accountability, project proposal development, CDRFI frameworks, the Philippine DRFI Strategy, and funding opportunities such as the PSF, GCF, and LGU credit financing—capped by a hands-on proposal-writing session.

The training-workshop was conducted by the Disaster Risk Reduction Enhancement at the Local Level Technical Assistance (DRREALL-TA) Team.

The Philippines is among the countries most vulnerable to climate change, where human-made shifts are already making storms stronger and more unpredictable. These impacts are a direct result of environmental disruption, such as the drying of vital rivers and the destruction of forests like the Amazon, which absorbs billions of tons of carbon dioxide annually to regulate the air we breathe worldwide.

Because our survival is fundamentally tied to the health of these ecosystems, climate action is no longer optional. Protecting our planet ensures a safer home for wildlife and prevents the pollution of waterways that directly threatens our public health and fisheries. Even small individual actions, like switching to LED bulbs to use 75% less energy, contribute to the collective resilience we need to thrive.

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𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵. 𝗦𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀. 𝗦𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗻 𝗵𝗮𝗯𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵.

​The Department of Energy (DOE) encourages all Filipinos to be part of the global movement this March 28, 2026, at 8:30 PM. Celebrating 20 years of , this collective effort serves as a powerful call to move beyond the symbolic 60 minute switch off.

​Embracing energy conservation as a daily commitment ensures a stable, resilient, and energy-secure future for the nation. Small, unified actions today secure the power of the Philippines for tomorrow.

Liga sa mga LDRRMO sa Sugbo

Andam SUGBO

Heavy Rainfall Warning No. 5

Weather System: Shear Line

Issued at 05:00 PM 22 February 2026

Orange Warning:

Associated Hazard: FLOODING IS THREATENING in low-lying areas and LANDSLIDES in mountainous areas.

Yellow Warning: , , and

Associated Hazard: FLOODING IS POSSIBLE in low-lying areas and LANDSLIDES in mountainous areas.

Meanwhile, Light to Moderate with occasionally Heavy rains are expected over (Alcantara, Aloguinsan, Argao, Asturias, Badian, Balamban, Barili, CityOfCarcar, Carmen, Catmon, CebuCity, Compostela, Consolacion, Cordova, DanaoCity, Dumanjug, LapuLapuCity, Liloan, MandaueCity, Minglanilla, Moalboal, CityOfNaga, Pinamungajan, Ronda, SanFernando, Sibonga, CityOfTalisay, ToledoCity, Tuburan, Sogod), (Valencia, Bacong, DumagueteCity, Sibulan, CityOfTanjay, Pamplona, Amlan, SanJose, Siaton, Zamboanguita and Dauin) within the next 1 to 2 hours.

The above conditions are being experienced in , ( , Alegria, Boljoon, Dalaguete, Ginatilan, Malabuyoc, Oslob, Pilar, Poro, Samboan, SanFrancisco, Santander and Tudela) which may persist within 2 to 3 hours and may affect nearby areas.

The public and the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Offices concerned are advised to MONITOR the weather condition and watch for the next warning to be issued at 08:00 PM Today.

Heavy Rainfall Warning No. 1

Weather System: Shear Line

Issued at 06:30 AM 22 February 2026

Yellow Warning: (Balangiga, Balangkayan, CityOfBorongan, GeneralMacarthur, Giporlos, Guiuan, Hernani, Lawaan, Llorente, Maydolong, Mercedes, Quinapondan, Salcedo, SanJulian, Sulat and Taft)

Associated Hazard: FLOODING IS POSSIBLE in low-lying areas and LANDSLIDES in mountainous areas.

Meanwhile, Light to Moderate with occasionally Heavy rains are expected over , (Amlan, Ayungon, BaisCity, Basay, CityOfBayawan, Bindoy, CanlaonCity, CityOfGuihulngan, Jimalalud, LaLibertad, Mabinay, Manjuyod, Pamplona, SantaCatalina, CityOfTanjay, Tayasan, Vallehermoso and SanJose) within the next 1 to 2 hours.

The above conditions are being experienced in (Arteche, CanAvid, Dolores, Jipapad, Oras, SanPolicarpo, Maslog), , , , , , (Bacong, Dauin, DumagueteCity, Siaton, Sibulan, Valencia, Zamboanguita) and which may persist within 2 to 3 hours and may affect nearby areas.

The public and the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Offices concerned are advised to MONITOR the weather condition and watch for the next warning to be issued at 08:00 AM Today.