City of Masbate Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office

05/10/2026

Goodbye, Habagat!

A gradual shift in the prevailing weather pattern has been observed over the past several days, such as the strengthening high pressure system over East Asia, the southward-migrating Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), and the notable weakening of winds and a decrease in rainfall associated with the Southwest Monsoon.

Forecasts indicate that these conditions are expected to persist in the coming days. In view of this, the Habagat season has officially ended. This also marks the termination of the rainy season over the western sections of Luzon and Visayas.

Read more: https://pagasa.dost.gov.ph/press-release/226

28/09/2026

MASBATE CITY MUSIC FESTIVAL 2026

The City Government of Masbate successfully managed the Masbate City Music Festival 2026 through the implementation of the Incident Command System (ICS), guided by the Responsible Official, City Mayor Hon. Atty. Olga T. Kho, who established key priorities that served as the basis for the event objectives and operational strategies.

The CDRRMO formed part of the Command and General Staff of the Incident Management Team (IMT), with Mr. Isaias F. Bigol Jr. serving as Incident Commander, Mr. Frandell Anthony Abellera as Operations Section Chief, and Mr. Jerry Jesteo Apalit as Planning Section Chief. All CDRRMO responders supported tactical operations as members of the Task Force Safety, assisting in crowd monitoring, maintaining order, and providing emergency extrication when needed.

Prior to deployment, all involved agencies and personnel attended the Operational Period Briefing facilitated by the IMT to ensure a common understanding of the incident objectives, assignments, operational strategies, safety considerations, and communication protocols. The ICS structure provided a clear chain of command and facilitated the effective deployment and coordination of personnel, equipment, and other resources.

Through the coordinated efforts of the IMT, partner agencies, responders, and event stakeholders, the event was conducted in a safe, orderly, and well-coordinated manner.

The implementation of ICS during the Masbate City Music Festival 2026 stands as another ICS success story in the City of Masbate, demonstrating the City’s continued commitment to organized, coordinated, and effective incident management.

12/09/2026

‎🎉 Happy Birthday, Sir Frandell! 🎂
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‎Wishing you a wonderful birthday filled with happiness, good health, and countless blessings. May you continue to inspire and lead with dedication and passion in serving our community.
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‎From your CDRRMO Family, we wish you a very Happy Birthday! 🥳🎈
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‎An Masbateño Alerto kag Preparado! ❤️
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‎Enjoy your special day, Sir! 🎉
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04/09/2026

SEPTEMBER 4, 2026
JUST HAPPENED |
CDRRMC 3rd Quarter Meeting

The City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council successfully conducted its 3rd Quarter meeting today at the 3rd Floor, Masbate Building, City Hall.

The meeting was presided over by the CDRRMC Chairperson and City Mayor, Atty. Olga T. Kho, and was convened to discuss and deliberate on significant matters concerning disaster risk reduction and management, preparedness, response, and other urgent concerns requiring the Council’s attention and appropriate action.

As part of the meeting, Ms. Rizza Bartolata of DOST-PAGASA presented the latest weather forecast, along with an update on the prevailing El Niño phenomenon and its potential implications for the country, particularly for Masbate City. The presentation provided the Council with important information to guide preparedness measures, risk assessment, and appropriate actions in anticipation of possible weather- and climate-related impacts.

Meanwhile, Mr. Isaias F. Bigol Jr. presented the highlights and accomplishments of the CDRRMO for the previous quarter, showcasing the various initiatives and activities undertaken to strengthen the City’s disaster preparedness, response capabilities, and overall resilience.

Other key matters discussed during the meeting included the programming, inclusions, and allocation of the DRRM Fund for disaster preparedness initiatives; the proposed ex*****on of Memoranda of Agreement (MOAs) for stockpiling of essential resources and the establishment of a K9 Unit; preparations for the upcoming Cityhood Anniversary activities; and the scheduled Incident Command System (ICS) and Emergency Operations Center (EOC) training for CDRRMC members to further enhance coordination, command, control, and decision-making during emergencies and disasters.

The CDRRMC remains committed to strengthening its partnerships and continuously improving the City’s disaster risk reduction and management systems toward a safer, more prepared, and disaster-resilient Masbate City.

01/09/2026

DOH: MAGING HANDA SA EPEKTO NG HAZE SA KALUSUGAN!

Dahil sa hanging Habagat, umabot na sa ilang bahagi ng Luzon at Visayas ang usok mula sa forest fires sa Kalimantan, Indonesia.

Maaaring magdulot ang haze ng hirap sa paghinga, pag-ubo, pananakit ng dibdib, pangangati o pagluluha ng mga mata, at paglala ng mga sakit sa baga tulad ng hika. Dobleng pag-iingat ang kailangan para sa mga bata, matatanda, at mga may dati nang sakit sa baga o puso.

Habang nagpapatuloy ang banta ng haze, mag-suot ng mask kung lalabas ng bahay. Alamin ang lagay ng hangin sa inyong lugar at unahin ang kaligtasan. Maging handa sa banta ng Haze!

01/09/2026

🚨 : USOK MULA SA FOREST FIRE SA INDONESIA, HALOS NAKAKAAPEKTO NA SA BUONG BANSA (LUZON, VISAYAS AT MINDANAO) 💨🔥

🗓️ Update as of September 01, 2026, 8:00 AM
Dahil pa rin sa pa-timog kanluran na direksyon ng hanging , nananatiling umaabot ang makakapal na usok mula sa nagaganap na forest fires sa , dito sa halos buong bansa.

⚠️ Narito ang mga apektadong lugar na dapat mag-ingat:

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🛑 MGA DAPAT GAWIN PARA SA KALIGTASAN
Mapanganib ang haze sa kalusugan, lalo na sa mga bata, matatanda, at may sakit sa baga tulad ng hika. Sundin ang mga payong ito habang hindi pa humuhupa ang sunog

🏠 Stay Indoors: Manatili sa loob ng bahay. Isara ang mga pinto at bintana.
😷 Mag-mask: Laging magsuot ng face mask kung talagang kailangang lumabas.
🏃‍♂️ Iwasan ang Sports: Huwag muna mag-ehersisyo o magtrabaho sa labas.
💧 Mag-hydrate: Uminom ng maraming tubig sa buong maghapon.
🚗 Mag-ingat sa Kalsada: Bagalan ang pagmamaneho dahil sa low visibility (malabong paningin).
🏥 Kumonsulta sa Doktor: Pumunta agad sa pinakamalapit na ospital kung nahihirapang huminga o sumasakit ang dibdib.

📷 Air Quality Index (AQI), aqimet, Paul Corsino
Info from Philippine Emergency Alerts and Monitoring Center
Philippine Weather Disturbances
01 September 2026

01/09/2026

Earthquake Information No.1
Date and Time: 01 September 2026 - 01:23 PM
Magnitude = 2.4
Depth = 002 km
Location = 12.37°N, 123.62°E - 000 km S 26° W of City Of Masbate (Masbate)

Earthquake Information No.1
Date and Time: 01 September 2026 - 01:23 PM
Magnitude = 2.4
Depth = 002 km
Location = 12.37°N, 123.62°E - 000 km S 26° W of City Of Masbate (Masbate)

https://earthquake.phivolcs.dost.gov.ph/2026_Earthquake_Information/September/2026_0901_0523_B1.html

29/08/2026

August 24-28, 2026, Legazpi City Albay

‎STRENGTHENING OUR CAPACITY TO SAVE LIVES | STANDARD FIRST AID TRAINING OF TRAINERS
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‎The City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO) has successfully completed the Standard First Aid Training of Trainers, further strengthening our knowledge, skills, and capacity to respond effectively during emergencies and disasters.
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‎The training provided participants with essential first aid knowledge and practical skills, while also developing our capability to teach, demonstrate, and share these lifesaving techniques with others. Beyond learning how to respond to injuries and medical emergencies, the training emphasized the importance of preparedness, proper assessment, teamwork, and timely intervention.
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‎As DRRM practitioners, we believe that preparedness is not only about having equipment and plans it is also about having competent and confident responders who are ready to act when every second counts.
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‎The knowledge gained from this training will be cascaded to our fellow responders, volunteers, partner agencies, and communities, helping build a stronger culture of preparedness and a wider network of lifesavers.
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‎Learn the skills. Share the knowledge. Save lives.