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MGB XII UPDATES LAKE SEBU GEOHAZARD MAPS

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The Geohazards and Engineering Geology Section (GhEGS) of the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) XII conducted a reassessment of geohazard data of the 19 barangays in the municipality of Lake Sebu, South Cotabato last October 19 to 31, 2020.   

Landslides and flooding in some areas in Region XII are triggered due to the rainy season. Geohazard maps are useful for disaster preparedness and management planning. The specialized maps indicate areas susceptible to rain-induced landslides and flooding.

MGB XII CONDUCTS OCCUPATIONAL STANDARD FIRST AID TRAINING

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A total number of twenty- eight (28) personnel of the Mines and Geosciences Bureau XII completed the 2-days Occupational Standard First Aid Training on October 6-7 and October 15-16, 2020 in coordination with the Philippine Red Cross South Cotabato Chapter at the MGB XII Conference Room, Koronadal City.

MGB-12 RECOMMENDED FOR IMS RE-CERTIFICATION

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The Mines and Geosciences Bureau XII underwent the off-site Integrated Management System (IMS) 2nd Surveillance Audit via teleconferencing by the Certification International Philippines, Inc. (CIPI) on September 7, 2020 in Koronadal City.

The CIPI external auditors led by Jose R. Amata, together with Arnel D. Guevara and Lea C. Sarabia assessed the maintenance and effectiveness of MGB XII’s IMS particularly on the requirements of the standards for ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management System), ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management System) and OHSAS 18001:2007 (Occupational Health and Safety Administration Series).

  1. INTER-AGENCY COMMITTEE TO ESTABLISH A RIVER DREDGING ZONE (RDZ)
  2. MGB XII REACHES OUT TO BARANGAY SAN ISIDRO FLASH FLOOD VICTIMS
  3. MGB XII HOLDS CAPACITY BUILDING FOR SMALL-SCALE MINERS IN T’BOLI, SOUTH COTABATO.
  4. MGB XII HOLDS WEBINAR ON PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES TOWARD DISASTER- RESILIENT COMMUNITIES

MGB XII NEWS

  • ADVISORY FOR SMALL-SCALE MINING, QUARRY AND SAND AND GRAVEL OPERATORS IN REGION XII

    - Wednesday, 26 May 2021


  • MGB XII CONDUCTS COASTAL VULNERABILITY ASSESMENT IN REGION XII

    - Friday, 21 May 2021

    A Coastal Vulnerability Assessment and Mapping was conducted by the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) XII Geohazard and Engineering Geology Section (GhEGS) in Kalamansig and Lebak, Province of Cotabato.

    The assessment included the use of the Coastal Integrity Vulnerability Assessment Tool (CIVAT), shoreline mapping and documentation of shoreline characteristics, beach profiling and sediment sampling.


  • MGB XII INSTALLS LANDSLIDE SIGNAGE IN MAGPET, PROVINCE OF COTABATO

    - Friday, 21 May 2021

    The Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) XII installed one landslide warning signage in Barangay Noa and Barangay Bagumbayan in Magpet, Province of Cotabato on May 11-12, 2021.

    The signage, “BABALA: ANG LUGAR NA ITO AY DELIKADO SA LANDSLIDE,” is located along the national highway along the boundaries of the said barangays. The area is one of the identified areas as landslide prone that can be triggered by both earthquake and strong rainfall.


  • GEOHAZARD ADVISORY RE: EFFECTS OF INTER-TROPICAL CONVERGENCE ZONE (ITCZ) IN SOCCSKSARGEN REGION

    - Tuesday, 18 May 2021

    Based on PAGASA’s 24 Hour Weather Forecast issued at 4:00AM of May 18, 2021, Davao Region, SOCCSKSARGEN, BARMM and Zamboanga Peninsula will have cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms . This may bring rains in the region that may trigger landslides in elevated and mountainous areas, while flood may be experienced within low-lying areas adjacent to rivers. Flash flood is also possible along narrow creeks and rivers. Coastal municipalities and barangays in the region may experience surges brought by strong winds which are potential to generate flooding in these areas.

    This Office encourages the Local Disaster Risk Reduction Management Offices (LDRRMOs) in the region to refer to the MGB-XII geohazard maps and information in identifying safe areas for evacuation and appropriate evacuation routes. Utilization of these maps and data to properly inform residents living in geologically hazardous areas to take precautionary measures is highly encouraged.

    If you need more information and assistance on this matter, please feel free to contact us through our telephone numbers (083) 228-6130 or 228-6131.


  • MGB XII LAUNCHES COASTAL CLEAN-UP AND MANGROVE TREE PLANTING IN BARANGAY TINOTO, MAASIM, SARANGANI

    - Tuesday, 27 April 2021

    In celebration of Earth Month, a Coastal Clean-Up and Mangrove Tree planting was initiated by the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) XII joined by the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) in Barangay Tinoto, Maasim, Sarangani on April 26, 2021.

    A total of 15 sacks of garbage were accumulated during the coastal clean-up. Ocean trash picked up along the coastline area included biodegradable, non-biodegradable and residual wastes. Most of the materials recovered were diapers, PET bottles, rubber, metals, worn-out clothes and wires.