3-Year-Old Child Drowns in Fishpond in Kapalong, Davao del Norte
KAPALONG, Davao del Norte — A family in Barangay Sampao, Kapalong, is mourning the tragic death of a three-year-old child who drowned in a fishpond near their home, police confirmed.…
Off-Duty Coast Guard Hero Saves 8-Year-Old from Drowning in Zamboanga City Resort
ZAMBOANGA CITY, Philippines — In a powerful reminder that heroism knows no uniform nor schedule, an off-duty member of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) saved the life of an 8-year-old…
Elderly Woman Found Dead After Being Swept Away by Creek in Tagum City
TAGUM CITY, Davao del Norte — A 71-year-old woman who had been missing for two days was found dead after apparently being swept away by a creek in Barangay Apokon,…
PCG Recovers Body Linked to Siargao Kayak Tragedy; Family Confirms Identity
Surigao del Norte — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has recovered a floating cadaver in the waters between Barangay Pacifico, San Isidro, and Barangay Magpupungko, Pilar, Surigao del Norte on…
Heroism in Action: Maitum Policewoman Saves Drowning Child on New Year’s Day
Maitum, Sarangani — What began as an ordinary duty post on the first day of 2026 turned into a life-or-death moment that would reveal the true meaning of public service.…
Fisherman, 21, Drowns While Fishing in Tamontaka IV, Cotabato City
COTABATO CITY — A 21-year-old man was found dead early Friday morning after reportedly drowning while fishing in Purok Tadeken, Barangay Tamontaka IV, Cotabato City. The victim was identified as…
Nurse from Kidapawan saves drowning child in Arakan resort; authorities urge stronger safety measures this holiday
ARAKAN, COTABATO — A fun family outing nearly turned into tragedy when a young child drowned at a resort in Barangay Badiangon, Arakan — but thanks to the swift and…
6-Year-Old Boy Rescued From Drowning by BFP Personnel in Maguindanao del Sur
DATU UNSAY, Maguindanao del Sur — A 6-year-old boy was successfully rescued after being swept away by strong river currents, thanks to the quick response of the Bureau of Fire…
Coast Guard Rescues Swimmer After Encounter with Giant Sea Turtle in Mantigue Island
MANTIGUE ISLAND, CAMIGUIN — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) promptly responded to a drowning incident on Sunday, December 22, after a swimmer panicked upon encountering a giant sea turtle in…
Makilala Man Drowns to Death in Digos City After Christmas Beach Party; Authorities Issue Holiday Safety Warning
DIGOS CITY, Davao del Sur — A 28-year-old man from Makilala, North Cotabato died after drowning in the waters off Barangay Dawis, Digos City, while attending a family Christmas gathering…