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Lalamove to set up typhoon relief operations for farmers in Baguio City

Baguio City
Baguio City /

BAGUIO CITY — After recently launching its on-demand delivery services in Baguio City, Lalamove has been in talks with the local government to aid over 80 farmers during times of typhoon and produce oversupply. With the support of City Mayor Benjamin “Benjie” Magalong, the leading on-demand delivery platform aims to ensure farmers’ earnings are secured in times of crisis and to reduce produce waste. As a critical hub for the distribution of vegetables from the Cordillera Administrative Region, Baguio City’s farmers are vulnerable to oversupply issues especially during typhoon season and “Ber” months. Lalamove’s aid comes during crucial times when farmers’ produce are left unsold, spoiled, and thrown away, resulting in the farmers’ loss of earnings. According to Djon Nacario, Lalamove Philippines Managing Director, the platform is working hand-in-hand with the Baguio local government to support the farmers’ needs during such incidents. “The agricultural sector is vital to the Philippines. Amid the typhoon season, we have discussed with Mayor Magalong that should the farmers need assistance, Lalamove is ready to rescue-buy their produce, which will be donated to repository markets and communities in need,” explained Nacario. Magalong expressed his support, saying, “Lalamove’s support to the Baguio City farmers cultivates hope and growth for our community, contributing to a more sustainable agricultural sector in the region.” Lalamove is determined to extend this initiative to more farmers and markets across Metro Manila in collaboration with LGUs and other parties interested to serve as repository markets for the rescued produce. “Lalamove is not just about moving goods; it’s about moving lives forward,” said Nacario, adding, “As a testament to our commitment to continuously empower communities, this is just the beginning of the support we aim to provide to Baguio City and to the agricultural sector.”

Quezon 4th at 3rd districts private school teachers, personnel tumanggap ng AKAP ayuda kay Rep. Alona 

Region 4
Region 4 /

By Danny Estacio QUEZON- Mahigit sa 1,260 mula sa sektor ng edukasyon mula pribadong paaralan ng teaching at non-teaching  mula sa Quezon 4th at 3rd district na ibinilang sa Ayuda Para sa Kapos (AKAP) ang biyayaan mula sa pondo ni Alona Partylist Representative Anna Villaraza- Suarez na isinagawa sa dalawang magkasunod na araw nitong Hulyo 24 at 25.  Sa Quezon 4th district na may 761 guro at empleyado ang tumanggap ng ayuda, noong Hulyo 24, gayung noong Hulyo 25 ay nasa 500 naman mula sa Quezon 3rd district noong Hulyo 25. Tumanggap sila ng tig-P6000, na sa orihinal ng halaga ay P3,000 lamang. “dahil sa mahal ko ang mga guro at kawani ng pribadong paaralan ay dinoble ko ang ayuda.” ayon kay Suarez. Ang payout para sa Quezon 4th district ay ginanap sa gymnasium ng Gumaca Bishop’s palace na sinamahan nina mayor Webster Letargo ng Gumaca, mayor Matt Erwin Florido ng Gen.  Luna , Gumaca councilors Juancho Mercurio at GJ Ylagan. Ang Ayuda para sa Kapos ang Kita Program (AKAP) ng Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) ay inilunsad upang suportahan ang mga “near poor” na Pilipino na nasa panganib na muling sumadsad sa kahirapan dahil sa mga pang-ekonomiyang pagbabago, kabilang ang mga minimum wage earners at mga sambahayan na nakalabas na sa Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) na nangangailangan ng safety net tulad ng AKAP. Ayon kay Rep. Suarez ang kanyang buong pondo sa AKAP ay inilaan niya sa nasabing sektor ng pribadong sektor na kapag bakasyon ang klase ay tigil din ang kita mula sa paaralan pinaglilingkuran nila. ’Service to the people transcends politics. I sincerely believe that education is the key to progress. As partners of nation-building, the private school teachers and personnel should also be included in the AKAP program of the DSWD, giit pa niya. Pagtitiyak pa ng kongresista na patuloy niyang susuportahan ang mga teachers and personnel mula sa pribadong sektor ng edukasyon, higit nitong patatagin ang edukasyon para sa mag-aaral ng buong probinsya ng Quezon. Sa buong Quezon ay may mahigit 3,310 mula sa nasabing sektor ang kabilang sa AKAP para sa private school teachers and personnel program na pinaglaanan ng pondo nasa mahigit sa P19 milyon.  Sa Quezon 3rd district naman ay isinagawa nitong Hulyo 25 sa Catanauan Quezon.

Central Luzon cops continue disaster response operations

Region 3
Region 3 /

  CAMP OLIVAS, City of San Fernando, Pampanga- Police in Central Luzon continue to carry out disaster response operations as effects of Southwest Monsoon enhanced by Typhoon “Carina” remains in Central Luzon. PRO3 Regional Director Brig.Gen. Jose Hidalgo,Jr. said, that he gave directives to all commanders to implement previous measures that were observed including all guidelines under the PNP Critical Incident Management Operational Procedures (CIMOP). The Regional Mobile Force Battalion 3 was also instructed to conduct forward deployment to readily respond to any eventuality brought by the typhoon. A total of 474 personnel are deployed for response operations including those deployed in evacuation centers while 578 are on standby and ready on call for search, rescue and retrieval operations, and 466 comprise the Reactionary Standby Support Force. Based on combined reports from all police units of Region 3 and the Office of the Civil Defense-Region 3, as of press time, a total of 528 families composed of 1,509 individuals are temporarily sheltered at 34 of the 800 evacuation centers region-wide particularly in Bataan, Bulacan, and Olongapo City, 71 barangays in Bulacan and 68 in Pampanga are flooded while 7 roads also in Bulacan are impassable to vehicles. Relatedly, 33 individuals in Bataan and 1 in Angeles City were rescued by authorities. Unfortunately, two individuals including a minor died due to landslide in Angeles City and two (2) persons are still missing in Bataan. Some provinces in Central Luzon have announced the suspension of classes and work due to severe weather conditions brought about by the intensified typhoon. Hidalgo also said that PRO3 will start the distribution of relief packs to families most hard hit during the onslaught of Typhoon Carina in Central Luzon.

Globe begins restoration work in typhoon-hit areas

NCR
NCR /

Outages due to commercial power failure  Globe has begun restoration work in a few areas in Metro Manila and Northern Luzon affected by service disruptions due to commercial power failure following the devastation of Typhoon Carina and the enhanced southwest monsoon. As of 9 a.m. Thursday, over 90% of Globe’s Mobile sites in Metro Manila were up and running, with few facilities down due to power outages. None of the 3G sites were affected. In Northern Luzon, more than 95% of 2G, 3G, LTE and 5G sites were operational. “As the weather has improved and floods have subsided, our personnel are now working on quickly restoring services in the few isolated areas that experienced disruptions in their call, text and data services,” said Yoly Crisanto, Globe Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer. Globe has not recorded any damage to network infrastructure. “Overall, our network remains intact and stable, providing communications services critical to relief and recovery operations in typhoon-hit areas. It is proof that our network resilience efforts work,” Crisanto added. Globe earlier prepositioned personnel and equipment in areas forecast to bear the impact of the typhoon and habagat to ensure quick response in case of network emergencies. The weather system, which dumped non-stop rains across Luzon Wednesday, brought catastrophic flooding to major roads and villages in Metro Manila and other parts of Luzon. It intensified into a super typhoon Wednesday afternoon before weakening into a typhoon just before making landfall in Taiwan. At the height of the devastation, Globe extended connectivity support to customers, giving Globe Prepaid and TM users free calls, texts and data, and extending due date extension to Mobile and Broadband Postpaid customers. Globe’s telehealth provider KonsultaMD also provided one free video consultation voucher valid for one time use within one month via the code ALAGANGGLOBE. Globe customers may send help to severely affected families by donating their Globe Rewards points via the GlobeOne app.    

Converge taps Ribbon to deploy cutting-edge optical networking technology

Business
Business /

Leading fiber broadband and technology provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. (PSE: CNVRG)  is collaborating with Nasdaq-listed firm Ribbon Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: RBBN) to pioneer in the Philippines the latter’s leading-edge Apollo optical networking system which will optimize data transmission across the internet provider’s backbone network. Converge is breaking ground on Ribbon’s 5 nanometer (nm) – 140Gbaud transmission chipset that will expand its fiber network capacity from its existing 800 Gigabits per second (Gbps) to 1.2 Terabit per second (Tbps) per channel within the network, offering thrice the needed capacity for hyperscale applications that typically require around 400 Gbps. According to Converge CEO and Co-Founder Dennis Anthony Uy, the said technology will equip its network to meet the increasing demand for large-scale capacity amid the rapid surge in data consumption and acceleration of cloud-native applications and services. “Ribbon’s solution surpasses our stringent requirements for this overlay on our existing backbone, enabling us to set a new standard for innovation. This new technology will bring our customers unprecedented speed and high bandwidth availability amid the growing demand for data-intensive applications,” said Uy. Compared to the existing network technology, Ribbon’s 5-nm chipset delivers superior performance, is more energy efficient, and has better heat management capabilities. This makes it one of the most sustainable technology for optical networks available today. In the long term, these advancements are expected to not only result in significant power and cost savings for Converge but also make its network more efficient as it improves reliability, enhances data transfer speeds, and supports scalability. Likewise, Converge is also leveraging Ribbon’s Muse SDN Domain Orchestration, which provides the necessary toolsets to maximize its network capabilities and ensure peak efficiency with automation, planning, node design, and real-time control. “We’re thrilled to deepen our relationship with Converge ICT with this major new deployment. Coupled with our technology, our local presence and proven round-the-clock after-sales support are key factors in our ability to support Converge ICT as they ramp their network to meet increasing demand for capacity,” said Ribbon COO and EVP Sam Bucci. Texas-based Ribbon Communications Inc. is a global provider of real-time communications technology and IP optical networking solutions to many of the world’s largest service providers, enterprises, and critical infrastructure operators to modernize and protect their networks. The network technology adoption is just one of the several investments Converge made over the years to augment its network infrastructure. In 2021, Converge doubled its metro backbone capacity to 800 Gbps from its previous capacity of 400 Gbps. Recently, Converge also inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with another US-based technology leader Super Micro Computer Inc. to jointly establish AI-powered, green data centers in the Philippines.

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Baguio City
Baguio City /

  As Typhoon Carina continues to bring heavy rain and strong wind, the Baguio City Police Office (CPO) actively conducts road-clearing operations and monitoring along Kennon Road and City Camp Lagoon in Baguio City on July 24, 2024. At Kennon Road, the Napino cops, together with other volunteers, worked hand in hand to remove fallen rocks from the road, ensuring the safety of the passing motorists. Meanwhile, at the City Camp Lagoon, the police officers are implementing preemptive measures and are continuously monitoring the water level, closely overseeing the situation to address any emerging hazards. Along with the Bureau of Fire Protection and the City Engineering Office, they are also conducting clearing operations of fallen branches and leaves at the lagoon. The Baguio CPO remains in constant coordination with other agencies to ensure the safety of all residents during the onslaught of the typhoon.

Globe core services operational amid impact of Typhoon Carina #AlagangGlobe extends support to affected customers

NCR
NCR /

Globe’s network and core services are operational amid non-stop rains and floods brought by Typhoon Carina and the southwest monsoon. On Wednesday, call, text and data services in areas affected by the typhoon remained operational, with isolated cases of interruption due to commercial power outages. Globe has also prepositioned personnel for quick response in case of any network emergency. “We would like to assure our customers that our network is ready for any potential impact of the typhoon and the enhanced habagat on our infrastructure. Our network facilities across the country are built for resilience, with generators and batteries on standby in case of commercial power outages,” said Yoly Crisanto, Globe Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer. Rains continued to batter Metro Manila and other parts of Luzon Wednesday due to the effects of Carina, which also worsened the impact of the southwest monsoon. This has caused persistent rains and widespread flooding, shutting down major roads around the metro. According to PAGASA, expect moderate to intense rains over various areas in the western portion of Luzon until Thursday. Malacañang has suspended work in government and  classes in all levels in Metro Manila, while private companies have allowed workers to work from home. The public is advised to stay updated and get verified weather reports. Globe provides free data access to the website of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC). Globe has also provided connectivity support and other forms of aid for residents in affected areas. Globe Prepaid and TM customers are getting free unli calls and texts  to all networks, free 100MB of data for internet surfing and other apps, and another 100MB for Facebook, Viber and more valid for one day. Globe At Home Prepaid WiFi users in areas stricken by the typhoon and habagat, meanwhile, received free 5GB of data that they may use within three days. Globe GFiber Prepaid users were given seven days of promo extension, allowing them to use connectivity services for free for one full week. Globe Postpaid and Globe At Home customers, meanwhile, were granted extended payment due dates to cushion the economic impact of the storm. Globe At Home Postpaid customers also received 15GB of shareable data. Globe’s telehealth provider KonsultaMD is also providing customers in affected areas one free video consultation with a general practitioner. This offer, valid for one time use within one month, can be accessed via the code ALAGANGGLOBE. Valid for 1 time use for 1 month Globe is ready to deploy Libreng Tawag, Libreng Charging and Libreng WiFi stations in affected areas where communication services may be affected. Customers are encouraged to support relief efforts by donating their Globe Rewards points via the GlobeOne app.                  

SM Goes Beyond Earth Day: Leading the Way Towards Sustainability

NCR
NCR /

SM marked Earth Day 2024 w ith a series of initiatives designed to promote environmental responsibility and empower the next generation. In a groundbreaking partnership with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Nestle Philippines, Boy Scouts of the Philippines, and Girl Scouts of the Philippines, SM Cares has initiated the “Earth Day Every Day Project.” This innovative program empowers young people to become environmental stewards by focusing on plastic waste reduction. Students areencouraged to collect plastics within their communities and deposit them at designated collection facilities within SM malls nationwide.   Additionally, the SM Plastic Waste Collection Program, a partnership with the non-governmental organization (NGO) Friends of Hope, aims to reduce plastic waste in landfills and oceans through proper plastic segregation. Recognizing the pressing issue of electronic waste (e-waste), SM Cares has partnered with PLDT and Smart to enhance the reach of its Electronic Waste Collection (EWC) Program. This collaborative effort expands access to safe and responsible e-waste disposal solutions for Filipinos nationwide, while promoting responsible consumption habits among consumers. Internally, SM launched the #SMWasteFreeFuture program, aiming to revolutionize waste management practices across the company. This program emphasizes a shift in mindset towards waste reduction and responsible disposal, fostering positive behavioral changes among employees and creating a company-wide culture of sustainability. “At SM, we believe that sustainability is not just a responsibility, but an opportunity. Through programs like these, we are committed to creating a positive impact on the environment and inspiring others to join us in building a greener future,” said Liza Silerio, SM Cares Program Director for the Environment. These initiatives underscore SM Cares’ unwavering dedication to environmental sustainability, transcending Earth Day to embody a continuous effort towards creating a more sustainable future for all. SM Prime remains steadfast in its commitment to spreading social good. This dedication extends to SM’s forthcoming endeavors, which will be led by its future property development, with a focus on enhancing positive social impact in the communities where SM operates.  

Apat katao namatay sa landslide,Batangas isinailalim sa State of Calamity

Region 4
Region 4 /

By Danny Estacio LALAWIGAN NG BATANGAS— Kinumpirma ng Municipal Disaster Risk reduction and Management Council, na isang pamilya na kinabibilangan ng apat na katao ang nasawi sa landslide matapos matabunan ang kanilang bahay sa Sitio Manalao, Barangay Subic Ilaya, Agoncillo, Batangas, noong Hulyo 24. Nabatid na nauna ng isinailalim sa State of Calamity ang lalawigan ng Batangas,dahil sa mga pagbaha sa maraming bayan, dulot ng patuloy na pagbuhos ng malakas na ulan at hangin ng bagyong Carina. Ayon sa Agoncillo MDRRMO, ang mga biktima ay miyembro ng pamilya Rimas – isang 28-anyos na anim na buwang buntis at tatlong menor de edad na edad 9, 13, at 15. Agad naman narekober ang mga labi ng biktima, ayon sa MDRRMO. Nagpaabot ng suporta ang MDRRMO, pulisya, Bureau of Fire Protection, Municipal Health Office, at Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office sa pamilya ng mga biktima. Agad ding inilikas ang iba pang pamilya na nakatira malapit sa pinangyarihan ng insidente. Agad din bumisita si Vice Governor Mark Leviste sa mga kaanak ng mga biktima ng landslide kanin ang umaga sa Sitio Manalao, Subic Ilaya, Agoncillo, Batangas. Kasabay ng kanyang taos pusong pakikiramay ay ang tulong pinansyal na iniabot nya sa pamilya Rimas. Kasama ni Vice Governor  Leviste sa pagbisita sa mga iba’t ibang evacuation center si MDRRMO Officer Junfrance De Villa, kinatawan ng MSWDO Shiela Guevarra at iba pang mga opisyales, para siguraduhin na mabigyan ng atensyon at pangangailanganng mga apektado ng bagyo. Iniulat naman ng Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council na apng padeklara ng state of calamity noong Hunyo 23, ay kaugnay sa ilang munisipalidad sa lalawigan ang binaha dahil sa walang tigil na pag-ulan. Binaha ang mga bayan ng Lemery, Agoncillo, at Balayan dahil sa tubig-baha mula sa mga kal apit na bayan. Sa Lemery, maraming sasakyan ang na-stranded dahil tanging mga trak at bus lamang ang maaaring dumaan sa binahang diversion road. Sa Balayan, naapektuhan ng tubig baha hanggang tuhod ang mga bahay sa Barangay Caloocan, Lanatan, Ermita, at Barangay 11. Photo Courtesy from Agoncillo FB

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