October 27, 2025
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – Around 700 residents from several riverside communities were forced to evacuate on the evening of October 26, 2025, after the Iponan River reached a critical water level, prompting fears of flooding in low-lying areas.
Residents from Zone 2 Tambo and Scions in Barangay Canitoan, as well as Promiseland in Barangay Iponan, voluntarily evacuated to designated centers as water from the swollen Iponan River began to enter their homes around 6:45 p.m. Sunday.
The City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Department (CDRRMD) together with Barangay Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Councils (BDRRMCs) immediately conducted joint monitoring and response operations to ensure the safety of residents.
According to reports, families from Purok 1, 3, 4, and Bulao in Iponan were among those evacuated as floodwaters inundated portions of their communities. Evacuees have since taken temporary shelter in barangay evacuation centers as a precautionary measure.
Although the river’s water level began to recede later in the evening, authorities have advised residents to remain alert, prepared, and updated with weather and disaster advisories due to the continuing rains.
Landslide in Dansolihon
Earlier in the day, a landslide occurred at Purok 2 and Mangalay Bridge in Barangay Dansolihon around 2:00 p.m., rendering the affected road temporarily impassable to all types of vehicles.
Mayor Rolando “Klarex” Uy directed the City Engineering Office to expedite clearing operations in coordination with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). The CDRRMD’s response teams were immediately deployed to conduct on-site assessments and assist in clearing debris.
As of Monday morning, all affected roads have been cleared and reopened to traffic. However, authorities are urging motorists to avoid passing through the area for the meantime due to unstable ground conditions caused by persistent heavy rainfall.
The City Government continues to monitor weather developments and reminds the public to remain vigilant, especially those living in flood-prone and landslide-prone areas.