Justices weigh in on effect of Ong dismissal

Several justices on Wednesday welcomed the dismissal of Sandiganbayan Associate Justice Gregory Ong, saying government officials can pick up lessons from the case.

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Government still on alert for typhoon ‘Henry’

The National Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (NDRRMC) is on blue alert status as Typhoon ‘Henry’ is still in the Philippine Area of Responsibility, Presidential Spokesperson Edwin Lacierda said on Monday.

Under the blue alert status, half of the personnel of all regional and municipal disaster risk reduction management offices, regional civil defense offices, and other concerned government agencies in would-be affected areas should be at their posts to monitor the situation.

The areas of concern for this alert are the provinces of Cagayan, Isabela, Quirino, Nueva Vizcaya and Batanes.

Lacierda said the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) is continuously monitoring the situation and disseminating weather bulletins and flood advisories, while the Department of Social Works and Development’s (DSWD) Municipal Disaster Response teams and Social Welfare Assistance and Municipal Development teams are on alert to be readily available for duty.

He noted that a P2,754,274 fund has been set aside and a total of 5,715 family food packs have been readied for distribution to evacuation centers.

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), he said, is ready to clear roads in landslide- and flood-prone areas while the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) has instructed its regional offices to roll out the pre-disaster risk assessment meetings, and advise governors to participate in such meetings.

The Philippine Coast Guard meanwhile has issued warnings to fisher folks to refrain from venturing into the sea, Lacierda said, adding that military and navy units in Tacloban are standing by for possible rescue operations.

As of 4 a.m. on Monday, the PAGASA has issued public storm warning signal no. 1 over the Batanes Group of Islands, Cagayan, Babuyan and Calayan Group of Islands.

- See more at: http://news.pia.gov.ph/index.php?article=1781405933268#sthash.O539Av07.dpuf

Class Suspension For Wednesday July 16 2014

Update: July 15, 2014 3:00 pm

Some areas in Metro Manila and nearby provinces have announced the suspension of classes for tomorrow July 16, 2014.  The suspension of classes is due to Typhoon Glenda which is expected to affect Metro Manila on Tuesday afternoon.

ALL LEVELS

• Muntinlupa City
• Parañaque City
• Mandaluyong City
• Quezon City 
• Navotas City 
• Marikina City 
• Pasay City
• Valenzuela City
• Makati City
• Pateros
• Province of Cavite

PRESCHOOL TO HIGH SCHOOL

• Binangonan, Rizal
• Angono, Rizal

source:  DepEd FB

In related news, Bulan, Sorsogon experience storm surge

 

Cancelled Flights Due To Tropical Storm Glenda

Tropical storm Glenda has grounded a number of flights set for Tuesday. In an advisory, the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) indicated that these cancelled flights include:

1. 5J-323, 5J-324 (Manila-Legazpi)
2. 5J 329, 5J-330 (Manila-Legazpi)
3. 5J-327, 5J-328 (Manila- Legazpi)
4. 5J-521, 5J-522 (Manila-Naga)
5. 5J-523, 5J-524 (Manila-Naga)
6. 5J-172, 5J-173 (Cebu-Legazpi)

Cebu Pacific, however, assured that passengers who have booked flights will be provided with re-accommodations for said cancelled flights.
PAL has also cancelled domestic flights. They include:

1. PR/2P 2071 (Manila-Calbayog)
2. PR/2P 2072 (Calbayog-Manila)
3. PR/2P 2079 (Manila-Catarman)
4. PR/2P 2080 (Catarman-Manila)
5. PR/2P 2261 (Manila-Naga)
6. PR/2P 2262 (Naga-Manila)
7. PR/2P 2265 (Manila-Naga)
8. PR/2P 2266 (Naga-Manila)
9. PR/2P 2925 (Manila-Legaspi)
10. PR/2P 2926 (Legaspi-Manila)
11. PR/2P 2927 (Manila-Legaspi)
12. PR/2P 2928 (Legaspi- Manila)
13. PR/2P 2021 (Manila-Masbate)
14. PR/2P 2022 (Masbate-Manila)
15. PR/2P 2050 (Caticlan- Manila)
16. PR/2P 2054 (Caticlan-Manila)
17. PR/2P 2064 (Caticlan-Manila)
18. PR/2P 2788 Puerto Princesa
19. PR/2P 1864 (Cebu-Manila)
20. PR/2P 2860 (Cebu-Manila)
21. PR/2P 2862 (Cebu-Manila)
22. PR/2P 2870 (Cebu-Manila)
23. PR/2P 2942 (Iloilo-Manila)
24. PR/2P 2818 (Davao-Manila)
25. PR/2P 2820 (Davao-Manila)
26. PR/2P 2998 (Zamboanga-Manila)

International flights cancelled by PAL include:

1. PR469 (Incheon-Manila)
2. PR512 (Singapore-Manila)
3. PR419 (Pusan-Manila)
4. PR311 (Hong Kong-Manila)

PAL said that rebooking charges shall be waived. It also advised its passengers to standby for more updates.

source:  Interaksyon

Class suspensions - July 15, 2014

updated July 14, 2014 5:38 pm

With #GlendaPH already within the Philippine Area of Responsibility, here's the list of areas with class suspensions:

ALL LEVELS

• CAMARINES SUR
• SAN JUAN CITY 
• LAGUNA 
• BULACAN
• PATEROS
• BALAYAN, BATANGAS

PRESCHOOL TO HIGH SCHOOL

• MUNTINLUPA 
• CAVITE 
• BACOOR CITY
• CALOOCAN CITY 
• PARANAQUE CITY
• TAGUIG CITY
• MANDALUYONG CITY 
• MARIKINA CITY
• MAKATI CITY 
• QUEZON CITY
• NAVOTAS CITY 
• MALABON CITY 
• PASIG CITY 
• PASAY CITY 
• ANGONO, RIZAL 
• CAINTA, RIZAL 
• CARDONA, RIZAL
• MORONG, RIZAL
• RODRIGUEZ, RIZAL
• TAYTAY, RIZAL
• SAN MATEO, RIZAL
• CALOOCAN CITY 
• VALENZUELA CITY 
• ANTIPOLO CITY
• MANILA
• PROVINCE OF BATAAN

PRESCHOOL & ELEMENTARY

• MALOLOS CITY
• LAS PINAS 

PRESCHOOL ONLY

• PAMPANGA

Check Executive Order No. 66 for complete rules on cancellation or suspension of classes: http://www.gov.ph/2012/01/09/executive-order-no-66-s-2012/

Keep monitoring #walangpasok and stay safe!

Other advisories:  List of cancelled flights

DepEd Guidelines For Suspension Of Classes

Here is the Department of Education guidelines for the suspension of classes.

Signal #1 No Classes in Kindergarten

Signal #2 No Classes in Kindergarten, Elementary, and High School

Signal #3 No Classes in Kindergarten, Elementary, High School, and College (including Graduate School)

Please take note that the local government unit (LGU) has the authority to declare local suspensions in areas where there is no storm signal.

Reference:  Executive Order No. 66 s.2012 / DepEd

Rotating Brownout Hits Metro Manila

Alamin kung anung parte ng Metro Manila at mga karatig pook ang naapektuhan brownout. Panuorin ang video ng #24Oras.

 

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COMELEC Disqualifies Laguna Governor ER Ejercito

The Commission On Election has unanimously decided to disqualify incumbent Laguna Governor Emilio Ramon "ER" Ejercito due to overspending during the May 2013 elections.

According to COMELEC, candidates are only allowed to spend P3 per registered voter.  In the case of Laguna, Governor Ejercito shouldhave only spend P4.5 million for his advertising campaign.  However, his campaign cost already P6 million in just one advertisement.

If Governor Ejercito fails to get a temporary restraining order within 5 days, Laguna Vice Governor Ramil Hernandez will assume the role as Governor of Laguna.

Laguna Vice Governor Ramil Hernandez will take over Ejercito's post.
In a press statement from the office of Governor Ejercito he said that he is prepared to take legal actions against the disqualification case order by the COMELEC.

Emilio Ramon Pelayo Ejército (born October 5, 1963), commonly known as ER Ejercito and popularly known by his official on-screen names Jorge Estregan (sometimes spelled Jeorge Estregan), George Estregan Jr. (sometimes spelled Jorge Estregan Jr.) and Jeorge "ER" Ejercito Estregan (or simply Jeorge "ER" Estregan), is a Filipino actor currently serving as the Governor of Laguna. Prior to his election as governor, he previously served as mayor of Pagsanjan, Laguna.  He is the son of actor George Estregan and the nephew of former President Joseph Estrada.

Fare Rates For MMDA Pasig River Ferry Service

Photo Credit:  InvestPhilippines.org

After two weeks operation and free ferry services to the public, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) released the fare matrix for the Pasig River ferry service.

According to MMDA, the fare rate will take effect Friday, May 16, 2014.

From Pinagbuhatan in Pasig City to Guadalupe, Makati City (vice versa) a passenger will be charged P50.

Passengers from Guadalupe to PUP, Escolta or Plaza Mexico, all in Manila and vice versa, will be charged P50.

Meanwhile, from PUP to Escolta (vice versa) and Escolta to Plaza Mexico (vice versa) passengers will be charged P30.

The Pasig River Ferry system was re-launched last April 28 to serve as an alternative solution to Metro Manila’s traffic problems due to the number of road works. It also aims to boost tourism in Metro Manila and for disaster and rescue purposes.

This alternative mode of transportation is in partnership with the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) and the Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission (PRRC). (MMDA/RJB/JEG/PIA-NCR)

- See more at: http://news.pia.gov.ph/index.php?article=241400147869#sthash.fLwacq7V.dpuf

The Anti-Bullying Song That Impresses Simon Cowell in Britains Got Talent

Simon finally gets around to pushing his Golden Buzzer for a youthful musical duo. Bars & Melody combine cuteness and originality, charming our audience with their skills.

Napoles Hiniling Na Maging State Witness

Pormal ng humiling sa Department of Justice (DOJ) upang maging state witness ukol sa PDAF Scam.  Kaugnay nito hiniling din ni Napoles na manatili sa ospital ng tatlong buwan upang maka-pag pahinga matapos ang kanyang operasyon.

Hiniling din ni Napoles sa korte na makapag-withdraw ng PHP 100,000 mula sa kanyang mga freeze accounts upang mabayaran ang kanyang mga hospital bills.

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3.6 Magnitude Quake Hits Occidental Mindoro

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PhiVolcs) reported that a mild earthquake hits Occidental Mindoro.  The quake recorded a 3.6 magnitude which struck at 7:39 a.m. and was plotted at 13 kilometers southeast of Sablayan town.

Intensity III was felt in Puerto Galera and in Sablayan, Occidental Mindoro and Intensity I in Lobo, Batangas.

The quake which was tectonic in origin had a depth of 15 km.

No damage has been reported and no aftershocks are expected.

Malaysian PM To Witness Historic Signing of Bangsamoro Peace Agreement

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