38 10 713 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document ILOILO – West Visayas State University (WVSU) – Calinog campus has vehemently denied allegations of recruitment activities by the New People’s Army (NPA) on its premises. The denial came through an official statement released by Dr. Rosario Clarabel Contreras, the Campus Administrator, in response to a report from the Philippine National Police (PNP) included in a Senate Inquiry on August 6. Sen. Ronaldo “Bato” Dela Rosa disclosed the PNP report during the Senate Inquiry conducted by the Committee on Public Order and Dangerous Drugs, focusing on the radicalization and recruitment of students in educational institutions by local communist terrorist groups. Dr. Contreras emphasized, “As the Campus Administrator, I categorically deny the PNP report concerning NPA recruitment and insurgency on our campus. These claims do not reflect our institution’s reality.” She assured that the WVSU-Calinog campus is committed to providing a high-quality education and maintaining a safe environment for intellectual development. The Campus Administrator detailed the proactive measures taken by the campus, including vigilant security teams and annual security awareness programs conducted by their Air Force ROTC (Reserve Officers Training Corps) in coordination with authorized government agencies. An internal investigation found no evidence supporting the claims of recruitment activities or insurgency. Dr. Contreras also highlighted the campus’ commitment to transparency, integrity, and the rule of law, which she stressed has garnered overwhelming community support. Furthermore, the campus offers programs that foster critical thinking, civic engagement, and social responsibility, she added. During the Senate inquiry, Senator Dela Rosa mentioned that according to PNP reports, there have been 168 students from various high schools and universities recruited by the NPA from 2014 to 2024. Police Colonel Randy Arceo, Directorate for Operations of the PNP, noted that among 102 schools identified with NPA recruitment activities, three are in Western Visayas, including two in Capiz and one in Iloilo. Dr. Contreras urged the public to seek verified information from reliable sources and cautioned against the damage unverified claims could cause to educational institutions and the future of their students./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, August 12). WVSU denies Calinog campus an NPA recruitment hub. Panay News, 3&15. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Hospital overcrowding feared as dengue cases rise; DOH updates dengue mgt protocols By Ime Sornito -Tuesday, August 13, 2024 NATALARAY NATALARAY ILOILO City – The Department of Health (DOH) in Western Visayas has issued new guidelines on hospital admissions for dengue patients following a significant rise in cases across the region. The aim is to prevent overcrowding at tertiary and district hospitals, explained Dr. Bea Camille Natalaray, medical officer IV and head of the Emerging and Re-Emerging Infectious Disease (EREID) unit of DOH Region 6. Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral infection causing a severe flu-like illness, sometimes leading to potentially lethal complications, commonly referred to as severe dengue. Not all dengue patients require hospitalization, Natalaray clarified, adding that patients are classified as either without warning signs or with warning signs. “It is important that parents and healthcare workers know how to recognize the warning signs of dengue,” said Natalaray. According to the new protocol, patients showing warning signs as assessed by a doctor should be admitted to the hospital for case management. Warning signs include severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, rapid breathing, bleeding gums and nose, vomiting blood, and fatigue. Conversely, patients without these signs can be managed as outpatients or remain at home, provided they have regular follow-ups at their local Rural Health Unit (RHU). For those not exhibiting severe symptoms, Natalaray advised ensuring adequate fluid intake as prescribed by doctors and monitoring for any changes, such as the need to urinate every six hours. She warned parents against feeding children with dengue dark-colored food, as it complicates the diagnosis of potential internal bleeding. With no specific treatment for dengue at the moment, healthcare providers focus on supportive management, primarily fluid management, to prevent dehydration. Natalaray also confirmed the establishment of “dengue fast lanes” in hospitals to expedite the treatment of patients and reduce waiting times. Recent data from the DOH-6’s Regional Epidemiologic Surveillance Unit (RESU) reveals a consistent surge in dengue cases. As of August 3, 2024, there were 10,188 reported cases, a 114 percent increase compared to the same period last year, with 1,743 new cases. The current cases have resulted in 20 deaths, marking a 0.2 percent case fatality rate. Here’s a breakdown of the dengue cases and fatalities across the region: * Aklan – 1,319 cases, 1 death * Antique – 637 cases, 1 death * Capiz – 1,083 cases, 3 deaths * Guimaras – 809 cases, 1 death * Iloilo – 3,914 cases, 6 deaths * Negros Occidental – 1,584 cases, 6 deaths * Bacolod City – 360 cases, 1 death * Iloilo City – 482 cases, 1 death/PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, August 13). Hospital overcrowding feared as dengue cases rise; DOH updates dengue mgt protocols. Panay News, 1-2. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Hospital overcrowding feared as dengue cases rise; DOH updates dengue mgt protocols Description An account of the resource ILOILO City – The Department of Health (DOH) in Western Visayas has issued new guidelines on hospital admissions for dengue patients following a significant rise in cases across the region. 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Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Full modernization of Iloilo City’s public transport seen in 2 years By Ime Sornito -Tuesday, August 13, 2024 ILOILO City – The full modernization of public transport here may be achieved in a little over two years. “We’re counting 27 months for complete modernization. Let’s cross our fingers that there will be no more disruptions or suspension, but only support,” said Perfecto Yap, advisor and consultant for Joroshely Transport Services and the Western Visayas Alliance of Transport Cooperatives and Corporations, Inc. (WVATCCI), a broad alliance of various transport cooperatives and corporations in Iloilo City. Under its approved Local Public Transport Route Plan (LPTRP), Iloilo City will have 1,782 transportation units serving various routes. At present, only 520 minibuses are operating, but an additional 161 units are expected to be delivered this this year. According to Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) Region 6 legal counsel Atty. Salvador Altura Jr., the main challenge of the modernization program is the purchase of minibuses by transport cooperatives and corporations. He cited the “delayed release of funds by lending companies.” LTFRB-6 and WVATCCI expressed their gratitude to President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., Department of Transportation (DOTr) secretary Jaime Bautista, and LTFRB Chairman Teofilo Guadiz III for affirming the implementation of the Public Transport Modernization Program (PTMP). “We are not only improving the lives of our citizens but also creating a sustainable and efficient urban environment for generations to come,” said LTFRB-6 director Richard Osmeña. WVATCCI president Rizalito Alido expressed optimism that Land Bank of the Philippines and the Development Bank of the Philippines would resume processing and approving the loan applications of transport cooperatives and corporations. Loan processes were temporarily halted due to rumors of the suspension of the modernization program, he said. Following a recent meeting with Secretary Bautista in Metro Manila, Alido shared that the DOTr Secretary committed to sending official communication to lending institutions to ensure the approval of loans./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, August 13). Full modernization of Iloilo City’s public transport seen in 2 years. Panay News, 3. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Full modernization of Iloilo City’s public transport seen in 2 years Description An account of the resource ILOILO City – The full modernization of public transport here may be achieved in a little over two years. 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Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Passi declares state of calamity amid dengue outbreak By Ime Sornito -Tuesday, August 13, 2024 ILOILO – Due to a severe dengue outbreak, the City Council of Passi has declared a state of calamity. In a special session led by Vice Mayor Elyzer Chavez on August 9, the council approved Resolution No. 2024 -129, citing the rising dengue cases as a significant health threat. On August 8, Passi City recorded 327 confirmed cases of dengue, including one fatality — a 10-year-old boy from Dorillos Street, who passed away last week while receiving treatment at the Iloilo Mission Hospital in Iloilo City. The most affected areas include the barangays of Agdahon, Gines Viejo, Poblacion Ilawod, Man-it, Arac, Imbang Grande, Talongonan, Sablogon, Poblacion Ilaya, and Quinagaringan Pequeño. The resolution is grounded in Memorandum Order Number 60, Series of 2019, from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), which outlines the conditions under which a state of calamity can be declared due to public health emergencies. In response to the crisis, Mayor Stephen Palmares announced that the calamity fund would be utilized to purchase dengue kits, IV fluids, and other necessary supplies for the affected barangays. He also emphasized the importance of the community adhering to the 4S strategy against dengue, which includes searching and destroying breeding places, securing self-protection, seeking early consultation, and supporting fogging or spraying in hotspot areas. Recent data from the Iloilo Provincial Health Office indicates that Passi City has the highest number of dengue cases in Iloilo Province for this year, with 256 cases recorded as of August 3 — a 631 percent increase compared to the same period in 2023, which saw only 35 cases. Other towns reporting high dengue incidences include Dingle (189 cases with one death), Lambunao (167 cases with one death), Oton (165), Dumangas (163), Calinog (157), Badiangan (146 cases with two deaths), Janiuay (139), Barotac Nuevo (122), and Miag-ao (109 cases with two deaths). Overall, the province has registered 3,608 dengue cases with six deaths as of August 3, marking a 242 percent increase from the previous year, which had 1,056 cases./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, August 13). Passi declares state of calamity amid dengue outbreak. Panay News, 2. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Passi declares state of calamity amid dengue outbreak Description An account of the resource ILOILO – Due to a severe dengue outbreak, the City Council of Passi has declared a state of calamity. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Sornito, Ime Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/passi-declares-state-of-calamity-amid-dengue-outbreak/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource August 13, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Dengue Passi City Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document DOH-6 activates regional dengue taskforce as infections spread By Ime Sornito -Tuesday, August 13, 2024 ILOILO City – The Department of Health (DOH) in Western Visayas has activated the Regional Dengue Task Force and bolstered inter-agency collaboration to strengthen outbreak preparedness and response strategies as dengue cases continue to surge. During a virtual press conference on Monday morning, August 12, led by Dr. Bea Camille Natalaray, Medical Officer IV and head of the Emerging and Re-Emerging Infectious Disease (EREID) unit of DOH Region 6, it was announced that multiple agencies have been mobilized to address the escalating situation. The task force includes several units of DOH-6 such as the Surveillance, Supply, Communications Management, and Health Facility Development units, all playing integral roles in dengue response. Additionally, the inter-agency collaboration involves at least 12 government bodies including the Department of Interior and Local Government, Department of Education, Department of Social Welfare and Development, Philippine Information Agency, and others, conducting meetings to enhance dengue prevention efforts. As of August 3, 2024, the Regional Epidemiologic Surveillance Unit (RESU) reported a total of 10,188 dengue cases with 1,743 new cases for morbidity week 31, marking a 114 percent increase compared to the same period in 2023. There have been 20 reported deaths, representing a 0.2 percent case fatality rate. The most affected age group is 1 to 10 years old, making up 36 percent of the total cases. Natalaray emphasized the need to focus prevention activities on school-aged children, particularly by extending the 4S strategy in schools. The 4S strategy includes searching and destroying mosquito breeding sites, self-protection measures, seeking early consultation for symptoms, and supporting fogging and spraying efforts. Here is a breakdown of the dengue cases per province and highly-urbanized city as of the latest data: * Aklan – 1,319 cases, one death * Antique – 637 cases, one death * Capiz – 1,083 cases, three deaths * Guimaras – 809 cases, one death * Iloilo – 3,914 cases, six deaths * Negros Occidental – 1,584 cases, six deaths * Bacolod City – 360 cases, one death * Iloilo City – 482 cases, one death In response, DOH-6 has implemented several measures including training for health workers in dengue case management and vector surveillance, deploying monitoring teams to hotspot areas, and distributing mosquito control and diagnostic commodities to Local Government Units. Dr. Ma. Sophia S. Pulmones, officer-in-charge director IV of DOH-6, endorsed the renewed emphasis on the 4S Strategy, particularly as the new school year begins, to bolster the community’s defenses against the dengue virus. Region-wide 523 barangays reported clustering of dengue cases in the following provinces and cities: Aklan (64), Antique (16), Capiz (51), Guimaras (46), Iloilo Province (234), Iloilo City (23), Negros Occidental (76), and Bacolod City (14). “Ma-consider naton ang barangays nga may clustering of cases kon there are more than two ang kaso sa isa ka bulan sa sina nga barangay,” said Natalaray./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, August 13). DOH-6 activates regional dengue taskforce as infections spread. Panay News, 2&14. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource DOH-6 activates regional dengue taskforce as infections spread Description An account of the resource ILOILO City – The Department of Health (DOH) in Western Visayas has activated the Regional Dengue Task Force and bolstered inter-agency collaboration to strengthen outbreak preparedness and response strategies as dengue cases continue to surge. 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Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Operation of unconsolidated PUJs hurting transport cooperatives By Ime Sornito -Wednesday, August 14, 2024 Alcarde. GMA SUPER RADYO ILOILO PHOTO Alcarde. GMA SUPER RADYO ILOILO PHOTO ILOILO City – The Western Visayas Alliance of Transport Cooperatives and Corporations, Inc. (WVATCCI) has warned that the continued operation of unconsolidated jeepneys operating as “colorum” is jeopardizing its member-cooperatives and corporations. This situation is potentially resulting in losses and the cooperatives’ inability to repay loans taken to purchase minibuses, said Halley Alcarde, general manager of the Western Visayas Transport Cooperative (WVTC) which is a member of WVATCCI. Furthermore, he said, the competition from unconsolidated and unregistered traditional jeepneys jeopardizes the jobs of approximately 2,600 transport cooperative employees, potentially affecting around 15,600 individuals considering each employee supports an average of six family members. Rizalito Alido, president of WVATCCI, noted that the income per minibus has dropped from an average of P7,000 per day to P3,000 to P4,000, largely due to the ongoing operations of unconsolidated and unregistered traditional jeepneys, especially during evenings. Data from the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) Region 6 showed about 4,000 jeepneys in the region that are unconsolidated, lacking Certificates of Public Convenience (CPC) or Provisional Authorities (PA), and are not permitted to operate on the roads as they are considered “colorum”. Following President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s affirmation of the continuation of the Public Transport Modernization Program (PTMP), originally known as the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP), LTFRB-6 is awaiting a directive from the Department of Transportation (DOTr) regarding the strict enforcement against unconsolidated jeepneys operating as “colorum”. According to Regional Director Richard Osmeña, DOTr under Secretary Jaime Bautista is expected to issue a new directive this week on monitoring operations. “When it comes to enforcement, it will have to be the LTO (Land Transportation Office), but we are still awaiting DOTr’s pronouncement,” Osmeña told Panay News. Alcarde confirmed during a meeting with Secretary Bautista in Metro Manila on August 7, that the official assured the implementation of stringent measures against colorum vehicles. “We are waiting for the order from the DOTr to be cascaded down to LTFRB and LTO regional offices,” said Alcarde. On June 14, 2024, WVATCCI) organized a caravan in Iloilo City to urge the LTO and LTFRB to apprehend unconsolidated and unregistered traditional jeepneys with expired CPCs or Pas but still operating. Currently, out of 1,782 units awarded to WVATCCI in Iloilo City, 520 minibuses are in operation./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, August 14). Operation of unconsolidated PUJs hurting transport cooperatives. Panay News, 2. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Operation of unconsolidated PUJs hurting transport cooperatives Description An account of the resource ILOILO City – The Western Visayas Alliance of Transport Cooperatives and Corporations, Inc. (WVATCCI) has warned that the continued operation of unconsolidated jeepneys operating as “colorum” is jeopardizing its member-cooperatives and corporations. 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Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document ILOILO – The province of Iloilo has officially declared a dengue outbreak following a significant 320 percent increase in dengue cases compared to the same period last year. There have been 4,595 cases recorded from January 1 to August 10, 2024, with 10 associated fatalities, data from the Iloilo Provincial Health Office (IPHO) showed. This marks a sharp rise from the 1,095 cases and one death reported during the same period in 2023. Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. confirmed the outbreak during a press conference on Wednesday morning, stating that the province had surpassed both the epidemic and alert thresholds. “We are in the midst of an outbreak,” he declared. The most recent data showed a sharp surge – 994 new cases recorded in just one week, from August 4 to August 10. Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne viral disease that can vary in severity. Mild cases may cause high fever, rash, and muscle and joint pain, while severe forms, known as dengue hemorrhagic fever, can lead to severe bleeding, a sudden drop in blood pressure (shock), and death. Defensor announced that the provincial government, along with the 43 municipalities including Passi City, would escalate dengue response measures. This includes intensified case surveillance and management efforts to swiftly address the growing number of cases. On August 9, the provincial government issued Memorandum No. 10, which raised the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Operations Center (PDRRMOC) to blue alert status effective immediately. The memo directs all member agencies and local disaster risk management councils to enhance monitoring, data consolidation, and timely reporting to coordinate more effectively with relevant agencies and offices. Governor Defensor also highlighted the ongoing health campaigns that have been in place since January, in anticipation of an increase in dengue cases due to the El Niño phenomenon. “We continue our surveillance and vigilance, execute fogging in hotspot areas, among other protocols that we already know due to the outbreak, and have placed the province under blue alert status,” Defensor elaborated. Furthermore, the governor discussed preparations made since late 2023, including the procurement of numerous dengue test kits, IV fluids, and preparation of additional bed space in district hospitals to accommodate a potential surge in dengue patients. He also mentioned that the province is considering financial assistance to municipalities, especially those with a high number of cases, to enhance their response capacities similar to measures taken during the COVID-19 pandemic. Currently, only Passi City has declared a state of calamity due to the dengue outbreak. Passi City leads with the highest number of cases at 344 and one death. Other municipalities with significant case counts include Oton (233 cases), Dingle (210 cases with one death), Lambunao (201 cases with one death), Dumangas (187), Calinog (183), Barotac Nuevo (172 cases with one death), Janiuay (164), Badiangan (161 cases with two deaths), and San Dionisio (144). Defensor said the provincial government would reassess its resources and capacities to decide on potentially declaring a state of calamity for the entire province. Other areas with dengue cases are: Cabatuan (132), Lemery (131), Miag-ao (128 cases with two deaths), Sara (128), Pototan (120), Pavia (117), Tigbauan (117), Barotac Viejo (115), Santa Barbara (103), Alimodian (103), Leon (100), Ajuy (87), Batad (85), Banate (80 cases with one death), San Enrique (78), San Miguel (77), Dueñas (75), Mina (73), Estancia (70), Igbaras (65), San Joaquin (65), Bingawan (62), Concepcion (61), Zarraga (59), Anilao (58), Balasan (57), Leganes (57), Maasin (57), Guimbal (47), Carles (39), Tubungan (31), San Rafael (19), and New Lucena (13). The 10 dengue fatalities so far reported this year are the following: * six years old, male from Miag-ao * 16 years old, female from Miag-ao * four years old, male from Lambunao * 15 years old, male from Badiangan * 20 years old, male from Badiangan * 20 years old, male from Dingle * eight years old, female from Igbaras * 41 years old, female from Barotac Nuevo * three years old, female from Banate * 10 years old, male from Passi City/PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, August 15). Iloilo Province declares dengue outbreak. Panay News, 1-2. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo Province declares dengue outbreak Description An account of the resource ILOILO – The province of Iloilo has officially declared a dengue outbreak following a significant 320 percent increase in dengue cases compared to the same period last year. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Sornito, Ime Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/iloilo-province-declares-dengue-outbreak/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Dengue Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document MORE POWER URGED TO HASTEN EXPANSION By Panay News -Thursday, August 15, 2024 MORE Electric and Power Corporation is poised to expand its operation beyond Iloilo City. It has already extended its primary lines to the boundary of Iloilo City and Pavia, Iloilo, the target jump-off point for the expansion. The Megaworld substation in Mandurriao district will serve as the main supply point for Pavia due to its proximity to the town. MORE POWER PHOTO MORE Electric and Power Corporation is poised to expand its operation beyond Iloilo City. It has already extended its primary lines to the boundary of Iloilo City and Pavia, Iloilo, the target jump-off point for the expansion. The Megaworld substation in Mandurriao district will serve as the main supply point for Pavia due to its proximity to the town. MORE POWER PHOTO ILOILO – Pressing for enhanced electricity services, the Sangguniang Bayan (SB) of Pavia town unanimously approved a resolution on Monday, August 12, calling for the hastening of MORE Electric and Power Corporation’s (MORE Power) expansion into 15 municipalities, and Passi City, in Iloilo Province. Introduced by SB members Daniel Fajardo II and Jose Maria Trimañez, the resolution further urged MORE Power – the sole power distributor in Iloilo City – to not only broaden its operations in Pavia but also to consider a joint venture agreement with Iloilo Electric Cooperative 1 (ILECO 1). The Resolution cited MORE Power’s recent successful collaboration with the Central Negros Electric Cooperative in Bacolod City and Negros Occidental under the Negros Electric and Power Corporation franchise. The Pavia SB’s call comes three years after the municipality’s consumers and local government unit initially campaigned for MORE Power’s service expansion. This was further facilitated through legislation on this introduced by 2nd District’s Cong. Michael Gorriceta. MORE Power’s expansion beyond Iloilo City is legally backed by Republic Act 11918, enacted in August 2022, which permits its establishment, operation, and maintenance of electricity distribution across Pavia, Alimodian, Anilao, Banate, Barotac Nuevo, Dingle, Dueñas, Dumangas, Leganes, Leon, New Lucena, San Enrique, San Miguel, Santa Barbara, Zarraga, and the component city of Passi. These areas are currently being served by ILECO 1, 2 and 3. The Act faced challenges from ILECOs 1, 2, and 3. They contested the constitutionality of MORE Power’s expansion franchise citing overlaps with their own exclusive franchise areas. However, a recent Supreme Court ruling affirmed the legality of MORE Power’s expansion franchise, stating that ILECOs’ franchises are not exclusive. The Pavia SB resolution emphasized that MORE Power has consistently offered lower rates for the residential class compared to ILECO 1 over the past year. Additionally, MORE Power’s generation rate has remained below that of ILECO’s during the same period, it stressed. MORE Power president and chief executive officer Roel Castro said they already extended their primary lines to the boundary of Iloilo City and Pavia town, the target jump-off point for the expansion. The Megaworld substation in Mandurriao district will serve as the main supply point for Pavia due to its proximity to the town. Castro projected the expansion would take four to five years before they could complete the expansion. He noted their initial investments in the expansion between P2 billion and P2.5 billion. The call for MORE Power’s expansion was first made in August 2021. In a privilege speech, Pavia SB member Daniel Fajardo II pointed out that a decrease in the cost of electricity would have a direct impact on the lives of Pavia’s residents and stakeholders such as the various businesses that have made the municipality their base of operation. He cited as example neighboring Iloilo City which enjoyed a dramatic drop in electricity rate by MORE Power. Fajardo’s privilege speech prompted the SB to unanimously pass a resolution seeking the possibility of Pavia being covered by MORE Power’s service. “We are adjacent to Iloilo City. It is our duty to provide our stakeholders with cheaper power to help them grow their businesses that will hopefully translate to more investments, jobs and tax revenues for the municipality of Pavia,” Fajardo said. Castro acknowledged the clamor by those outside of Iloilo City for better service and lower rates. “As a public utility, we cannot turn our back on this. May obligation tayo and if people are wanting to receive our service then we cannot deny that,” said Castro. What the SC Says Upholding the validity of MORE Power’s expansion franchise, the Supreme Court ruled that electric cooperatives do not have a constitutional right to an exclusive franchise within their coverage areas. In an en banc decision dated July 30, the high tribunal stressed: “A franchise, as a privilege granted by the state, is not the exclusive private property of the franchisee. Thus, it must yield to serve the common good, as determined by Congress.” The SC decision was penned by Associate Justice Rodil V. Zalameda. This high court ruling means that MORE Power can now expand its service areas to 15 towns and the component city of Passi. The Supreme Court pointed out that Congress enacted RA 11918 to make electricity more affordable for the people of Iloilo province. Congress determined that expanding MORE’s franchise would promote healthy competition since MORE was capable of offering lower energy rates, the tribunal said. “Without competition, ILECOs can easily dictate the price of electricity. Allowing the entry of another player thus benefits consumers, who no longer have to wait until ILECOs’ franchises expire in 2029, 2039, and 2053. This is under the Electric Power Industry Reform Act (EPIRA), which encourages competition in the electricity industry,” the SC said./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, August 15). More Power urged to hasten expansion. Panay News, 1-2. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource MORE Power urged to hasten expansion Description An account of the resource ILOILO – Pressing for enhanced electricity services, the Sangguniang Bayan (SB) of Pavia town unanimously approved a resolution on Monday, August 12, calling for the hastening of MORE Electric and Power Corporation’s (MORE Power) expansion into 15 municipalities, and Passi City, in Iloilo Province. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Sornito, Ime Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/more-power-urged-to-hasten-expansion/">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource August 15, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Electric utilities MORE Power Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Iloilo intensifies biosecurity measures amid ASF resurgence By Panay News -Thursday, August 15, 2024 Dr. Darel Tabuada, head of the Provincial Veterinary Office, urges hog raisers in Iloilo to fortify their implemented farm biosecurity measures that include establishing perimeter fencing and maintaining footbaths and washing areas, among others. Dr. Darel Tabuada, head of the Provincial Veterinary Office, urges hog raisers in Iloilo to fortify their implemented farm biosecurity measures that include establishing perimeter fencing and maintaining footbaths and washing areas, among others. ILOILO – In response to the reemergence of African Swine Fever (ASF) in Negros Oriental and parts of Batangas, the Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) here is ramping up efforts to prevent a similar outbreak in Iloilo. Dr. Darel Tabuada, head of the PVO, is meeting with technicians from 43 municipalities, including Passi City, today to discuss the current situation and gather updates, especially concerning backyard hog raisers. He emphasized the ongoing surveillance efforts by the PVO and technicians from local government units (LGUs) to determine any resurgence of ASF, and urged hog raisers to fortify their implemented farm biosecurity measures. Biosecurity protocols include the following: * establishing perimeter fencing * maintaining footbaths and washing areas * enforcing clothing and footwear changes before farm entry * prohibiting swill feeding * disallowing feed bags inside the farm * conducting regular cleaning and disinfection, and * ensuring proper waste disposal “Strengthening farm biosecurity measures is essential, though many of our hog raisers have already been practicing them,” Tabuada told Panay News. He also highlighted the critical need for maintaining high biosecurity levels if hog raisers resume operations, as the ASF virus can survive up to 1,000 days in frozen products. “Once they decide to resume, they must implement biosecurity level 1 on their farms, as the threat of ASF is persistent with the virus’s ability to live long in frozen conditions,” Tabuada said. Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. reassured that the province’s protocols against ASF remain stringent, including a continued ban on frozen and pork products from ASF-affected areas. “Our stance remains unchanged; the ban is still in effect,” said Defensor. The governor noted a gradual recovery in the province’s swine inventory as backyard hog raisers begin to reinvest in swine production. Additionally, the provincial government has allocated funds totalling P4,284,000 for a sentineling program in six municipalities designated as “pink zones”, aimed at restarting pig farming activities. These municipalities include Barotac Viejo (P324,000), New Lucena (P528,000), Dingle (P432,000), Banate (P2,268,000), Santa Barbara (P432,000), and San Miguel (P300,000), benefiting a total of 357 farmers. According to PVO data, 28 municipalities in the province have been affected by ASF, with 17 now classified in the pink zone and 11 remaining in the red zone./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, August 15). Iloilo intensifies biosecurity measures amid ASF resurgence. Panay News, 3. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo intensifies biosecurity measures amid ASF resurgence Description An account of the resource ILOILO – In response to the reemergence of African Swine Fever (ASF) in Negros Oriental and parts of Batangas, the Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) here is ramping up efforts to prevent a similar outbreak in Iloilo. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Sornito, Ime Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/iloilo-intensifies-biosecurity-measures-amid-asf-resurgence/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource August 15, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource African swine fever Iloilo Provincial Veterinary Office Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document ILOILO TO DECLARE STATE OF CALAMITY; Prov’l Health Office records 4,595 dengue cases, 10 deaths By Ime Sornito -Friday, August 16, 2024 ILOILO – The Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC) has passed a resolution recommending that Iloilo be declared under a state of calamity due to a significant rise in dengue cases. The latest data from the Provincial Health Office reveal an escalation in cases, with 4,595 reported as of August 10, 2024, including 10 deaths. This marks a 320 percent increase from last year during the same period, which recorded 1,095 cases and a single fatality. The decision to recommend declaring a state of calamity was made during a special meeting at the Casa Real de Iloilo yesterday afternoon, as confirmed by Cornelio Salinas, the head of the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office. According to Salinas, Iloilo has met the criteria set by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) for such a declaration. The criteria include an extremely high incidence of a communicable disease affecting multiple areas and the presence of health events beyond normal expectancy. Currently, three areas — Passi City and the municipalities of Miag-ao, and Tigbauan — have already declared local states of calamity, while Badiangan has reported a dengue outbreak. Dengue fever, transmitted by the bite of an Aedes mosquito infected with a dengue virus, causes flu-like symptoms including severe headache, pain behind the eyes, muscle and joint pains, and rash. More severe forms can develop into dengue hemorrhagic fever, which can be fatal. The spread of dengue has prompted 41 of the 43 local government units in Iloilo, with the exception of Banate and Tubungan, to exceed the epidemic threshold necessitating urgent responses. Additionally, 36 municipalities have observed clusters of cases across various barangays. The PDRRMC’s resolution will now proceed to the Sangguniang Panlalawigan for official approval and declaration. Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. confirmed on Wednesday that the province has surpassed both alert and epidemic thresholds, indicating an ongoing outbreak and necessitating elevated alertness and coordinated response efforts. In response to the crisis, the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Operations Center (PDRRMOC) has been placed on blue alert status 24/7, tasked with intensifying monitoring, consolidating data, and ensuring timely communication with relevant agencies. Data from the Provincial Health Office showed Passi City with the most cases of dengue at 344 with one death. Next to Passi with the most cases are Oton (233 cases), Dingle (210 cases with one death), Lambunao (201 cases with one death), Dumangas (187), Calinog (183), Barotac Nuevo (172 cases with one death), Janiuay (164), Badiangan (161 cases with two deaths), and San Dionisio (144). The rest of cases are as follows: Cabatuan (132), Lemery (131), Miag-ao (128 cases with two deaths), Sara (128), Pototan (120), Pavia (117), Tigbauan (117), Barotac Viejo (115), Santa Barbara (103), Alimodian (103), Leon (100), Ajuy (87), Batad (85), Banate (80 cases with one death), San Enrique (78), San Miguel (77), Dueñas (75), Mina (73), Estancia (70), Igbaras (65), San Joaquin (65), Bingawan (62), Concepcion (61), Zarraga (59), Anilao (58), Balasan (57), Leganes (57), Maasin (57), Guimbal (47), Carles (39), Tubungan (31), San Rafael (19), and New Lucena (13). The 10 dengue fatalities so far reported this year are the following: * six years old, male from Miag-ao * 16 years old, female from Miag-ao * four years old, male from Lambunao * 15 years old, male from Badiangan * 20 years old, male from Badiangan * 20 years old, male from Dingle * eight years old, female from Igbaras * 41 years old, female from Barotac Nuevo * three years old, female from Banate * 10 years old, male from Passi City./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, August 16). Iloilo to declare state of calamity; Prov’l Health Office records 4,595 dengue cases, 10 deaths. Panay News, 1-2. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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