Municipality of Santa Maria

07/10/2026

Rainfall Advisory No. 14 Amendment
Weather System: Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)
Issued at 03:30 PM 07 October 2026

Light to Moderate rains are expected over (Lupon, Banaybanay, Manay, Caraga, Cateel, Boston, GovernorGeneroso), (Pantukan, Maragusan, Compostela, Maco, Mabini), (SurigaoCity, SanFrancisco, SiargaoIsland, Socorro, Alegria, Mainit, Tubod, Sison, Malimono), (Lantapan, ImpasugOng, CityOfValencia, CityOfMalaybalay, Malitbog, Cabanglasan, Kitaotao, Dangcagan, Kadingilan, Kibawe, Damulog), (Claveria, Talisayan, Medina, Magsaysay), (LakeSebu, T'Boli, Polomolok, Tupi, Tampakan, CityOfKoronadal, Banga), (Kiblawan, Matanao, Magsaysay, Bansalan), (ButuanCity, Kitcharao, RemediosT.Romualdez, CityOfCabadbaran, Magallanes, Buenavista, LasNieves, Carmen, Nasipit), , (Lebak, Kalamansig, Palimbang, Columbio, Sen.NinoyAquino, Lutayan, PresidentQuirino), (CityOfTagum, SantoTomas, CityOfPanabo, BraulioE.Dujali, Carmen, CityOfSamal), , (Barobo, Lianga), (Dinagat, SanJose, Basilisa, Cagdianao, Libjo, Tubajon), (Mangudadatu, Buluan, DatuPaglas, Paglat, Pandag), (Tulunan, Makilala, CityOfKidapawan, M'Lang), , (Talusan, Olutanga, Mabuhay, Alicia, Payao, Malangas, Imelda, RosellerLim, Buug, Siay, Ipil, Diplahan, Titay, Naga, Kabasalan), (Tabina, Pitogo, VincenzoA.Sagun, Margosatubig, SanMiguel, Lapuyan, Guipos, Kumalarang, Dumalinao, Tigbao, Labangan, PagadianCity, Tukuran, Lakewood, Bayog, Aurora, RamonMagsaysay, Sominot, Midsalip, Tambulig, Mahayag, Dumingag, Molave, Josefina), (Siocon, Baliguian, Gutalac, LeonB.Postigo, Siayan, SergioOsmeñaSr., Sindangan, JoseDalman, Manukan, Pres.ManuelA.Roxas, Katipunan, DipologCity and Polanco) within the next 2-3 hours.

Moderate to occasionally heavy rains are being experienced in , (SanIsidro, Tarragona, Baganga, CityOfMati), (JoseAbadSantos, DonMarcelino, Malita, SantaMaria), , (GeneralSantosCity, Surallah, SantoNiño, Norala, Tantangan), (Malalag, Sulop, Padada, CityOfDigos, SantaCruz, Hagonoy), (NewBataan, Nabunturan, Mawab, Montevista, Monkayo, Laak), (TaganaAn, Placer, Bacuag, Gigaquit, Claver), (Talakag, Kalilangan, Pangantucan, Baungon, ManoloFortich, Libona, Maramag, Sumilao, DonCarlos, Quezon, SanFernando), (CityOfElSalvador, Alubijid, Opol, CagayanDeOroCity, GingoogCity), , (Jabonga, Tubay, Santiago), (Asuncion, NewCorella, Talaingod, Kapalong, SanIsidro), (CityOfTacurong, Isulan, Bagumbayan), , (Lingig, CityOfBislig, Tagbina, SanAgustin, Marihatag, Cagwait, Bayabas, SanMiguel, Tago, CityOfTandag, Carmen, Lanuza, Madrid, Cortes, Cantilan, Carrascal, Hinatuan), (Tungawan), (Dimataling, Dinas, SanPablo), (Plaridel, LopezJaena, OroquietaCity, SapangDalaga, Baliangao, Calamba), (Sibuco, Sirawai, Tampilisan, Kalawit, Godod, Labason, Salug, Liloy, Mutia, Sibutad, Piñan, LaLibertad, Rizal, DapitanCity) and (Loreto) which may persist within 2-3 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 05:00 PM Today.

05/10/2026

05/10/2026

Heavy Rainfall Warning No. 1
Weather System: Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)
Issued at 07:00 PM 05 October 2026

Yellow Warning: (Montevista, Monkayo, Laak), (CityOfTagum, SanIsidro, Talaingod and Kapalong)
Associated Hazard: FLOODING is Possible in Low-Lying Areas and LANDSLIDE in mountainous areas

Meanwhile, Light to Moderate to Occasionally Heavy rains are expected over , (SantaMaria), and (Caraga, Manay, Banaybanay, Lupon, CityOfMati, Tarragona, SanIsidro, GovernorGeneroso) within the next 2-3 hours.

Moderate to heavy rains are being experienced in (Pantukan, Mabini, Maragusan, Maco, Mawab, NewBataan, Nabunturan, Compostela), , (Boston, Cateel, Baganga), and (CityOfSamal, Carmen, CityOfPanabo, BraulioE.Dujali, SantoTomas, NewCorella and Asuncion) which may persist within 2-3 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.

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05/10/2026

✈️ 𝐒𝐓𝐀. 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐀 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐓𝐇 𝐈𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐘 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐄 𝐎𝐅𝐅! 🌱🚀

A proud moment for the Municipality of Sta. Maria, Davao Occidental! 💚

Congratulations to our four (4) outstanding youth representatives who have been named YFC Start-up Open Categories – Provincial Level Awardees! 🏆

Their innovative ideas and passion for agripreneurship have earned them an ₱80,000.00 capitalization grant each to turn their ideas into sustainable and thriving enterprises. 🌾💡

From Frozen Lumpiang Papaya Rolls, SmartEgg 360, Green Chili Farm, to Dried Bangusarap, our young entrepreneurs are proving that great ideas can grow right here in Sta. Maria. 🌱✨

Four awardees. Four big ideas. One proud Sta. Maria. 💚

Congratulations, Christine, Rizanny, Edel Jay, and Naifa! May this be the beginning of an even bigger journey. SOAR HIGHER! ✈️🌟

05/10/2026

05/10/2026

SPECIAL RECRUITMENT ACTIVITY 📍

The Public Employment Service Office (PESO) will be holding a Special Recruitment Activity (SRA) on OCTOBER 8, 2026 from 8:00am-4:00pm at the Multi-Purpose Building, Municipal Compound, Poblacion, Santa Maria, Davao Occidental.

AGE REQUIREMENT
24-37 years old (FIRST TIMER)
24-42 years old (EX ABROAD)

JOB VACANCIES
▪️Housemaid
▪️Caregiver
▪️Private Nurse
▪️Babysitter
▪️Lady Driver
▪️In-house Cook
▪️Private Tutor
▪️Registered Nurse
▪️Rig Operator
▪️Cashier
▪️Nail Technician

COUNTRIES
▪️Qatar 🇶🇦
▪️Oman 🇴🇲
▪️Kuwait 🇰🇼
▪️Bahrain 🇧🇭
▪️New York, USA 🇺🇸
▪️Vietnam 🇻🇳

Just bring with you your Passport or any Valid ID.

Mark your calendars and don't miss the opportunity ‼️

For clarifications, don't hesitate to leave a message in the comment section, or send a private message on this page. Thank You!

05/10/2026

𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐨 𝐁𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

To all our dedicated and hard-working teachers of Sta. Maria,
On behalf of the Local Government Unit of Sta. Maria, I extend my warmest greetings and heartfelt appreciation to all our teachers as we celebrate World Teachers’ Day.
Teaching is more than a profession; it is a noble mission of shaping minds, inspiring dreams, and building the future of our community. Every lesson you teach, every student you encourage, and every challenge you overcome leaves a lasting impact on the lives of our children.

We recognise and deeply appreciate your sacrifices, patience, commitment, and unwavering dedication to education. Your work may not always be easy, but your contribution to our community is truly invaluable.

May you continue to be a source of knowledge, hope, and inspiration to our learners. Know that the Local Government of Sta. Maria stands with you and remains committed to supporting our teachers and strengthening education in our municipality.

Happy World Teachers’ Day! May you always be reminded of how important and appreciated you are. Mabuhay ang ating mga g**o! Saludo kami sa inyong lahat!

- Mayor Dinko Bautista

04/10/2026

Thunderstorm Advisory No. 16
Issued at 02:00 PM 04 October 2026
Moderate to occasionally heavy rainshowers with lightning and strong winds are expected over (SergioOsmeñaSr., Piñan, Mutia, Rizal, LaLibertad, Katipunan, Polanco, DipologCity, Sibutad, DapitanCity, Pres.ManuelA.Roxas, Manukan, JoseDalman, Sindangan, Siayan, LeonB.Postigo, Godod, Liloy, Salug, Tampilisan, Labason, Gutalac, Kalawit, Siocon, Sibuco, Sirawai), (OroquietaCity, Calamba, LopezJaena, Plaridel, SapangDalaga, Baliangao, Concepcion), (Titay, Ipil, Naga, Kabasalan, Siay, Diplahan, Buug, RosellerLim, Tungawan), (Bayog, Lakewood, Kumalarang, SanMiguel, Lapuyan, SanPablo, Dinas), , (SultanNagaDimaporo, Kapatagan, Lala, Baroy, Tubod, Magsaysay, Maigo, Tangcal, IliganCity, Tagoloan, Baloi), (GingoogCity, Claveria), (Buenavista, LasNieves, CityOfCabadbaran, Magallanes, ButuanCity, RemediosT.Romualdez), (Sibagat, CityOfBayugan, Prosperidad, Loreto, Bunawan), (SanMiguel, Hinatuan, Lanuza, Cortes, CityOfTandag, Tago), (Arakan, Magpet, Makilala, CityOfKidapawan, Matalam, Kabacan, Aleosan, Midsayap, Alamada, Banisilan, Antipas, PresidentRoxas), (Ampatuan, DatuAbdullahSangki, SouthUpi, DatuAnggalMidtimbang, Talayan, DatuHofferAmpatuan, DatuUnsay, ShariffSaydonaMustapha, Mamasapano, RajahBuayan, ShariffAguak, DatuSalibo, DatuPiang, DatuSaudiAmpatuan, Guindulungan, Mangudadatu), (DatuBlahT.Sinsuat, Upi, DatuOdinSinsuat, Talitay, Buldon, Barira, Matanog), (T'Boli, LakeSebu, Polomolok, GeneralSantosCity, Tupi, Tampakan), (Kiamba, Maitum, Malungon), (Sulop, Kiblawan, Malalag, Hagonoy, Padada, Matanao, Magsaysay), (PresidentQuirino, CityOfTacurong, Esperanza, Columbio), (Bumbaran, Wao, Balabagan, Kapatagan, Saguiaran, Piagapo, Balindong, Tubaran, LumbacaUnayan, Lumbatan, PoonaBayabao, Masiu, Tamparan, Taraka, Mulondo, Lumbayanague, Bayang, Binidayan, Pagayawan), (DonCarlos, Quezon, SanFernando, Cabanglasan, ManoloFortich, Malitbog, Sumilao, Libona), (Tarragona, CityOfMati, Lupon), (BraulioE.Dujali, Carmen, CityOfPanabo, SantoTomas), (Malita and SantaMaria) within the next 1-2 hours.
The above conditions are being experienced in (Panaon, Aloran, Jimenez, Sinacaban, Tudela, Clarin, OzamisCity, TangubCity, DonVictorianoChiongbian, Bonifacio), (Josefina, Molave, Mahayag, Tambulig, Dumingag, Midsalip, Tigbao, PagadianCity, Guipos, Sominot, RamonMagsaysay, Aurora, Tukuran, Labangan, Dumalinao), (BuadiposoBuntong, Bubong, TagoloanII, Kapai, MarawiCity, Marantao, DitsaanRamain, LumbaBayabao, Maguing, Marogong, Butig, SultanDumalondong), (Pantar, Kolambugan), (Talakag, Pangantucan, Kalilangan, CityOfValencia, Maramag, Lantapan, CityOfMalaybalay, Baungon, ImpasugOng), (Esperanza, SanLuis, LaPaz, SanFrancisco, Rosario, Talacogon), (SanAgustin, Lianga, Marihatag, Barobo, Tagbina), , (M'Lang, Tulunan, Pikit), (DatuPaglas, Buluan, Pandag, Gen.S.K.Pendatun, Paglat, SultanSaBarongis, Pagalungan, Pagagawan), (Lambayong) and (Baliguian) which may persist within 1-2 hours and may affect nearby areas.
All are advised to take precautionary measures against the impacts associated with these hazards which include flash floods and landslides.

02/10/2026