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Nighttime fire razes 3 houses in Barangay Sasa, displaces 16 residents

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

A SECOND-ALARM fire destroyed three residential houses in Barangay Sasa late Wednesday night, Aug. 5, leaving around six families homeless.

According to an initial incident report from fire authorities, the blaze broke out at Sto Rosario, Km. 12 in Barangay Sasa, Buhangin District, at 9:21 p.m.

Responding firefighters quickly raised the incident to a second alarm by 9:36  p.m. as flames threatened adjacent structures across an estimated 210-square-meter residential lot.

Firefighters managed to contain the blaze and declare it under control at 9:55  p.m. before officially issuing a “fire-out” status at 10:18 p.m.

Local authorities reported zero casualties, injuries, or fatalities from the incident. However, the disaster displaced six families, comprising roughly 16 individuals, whose homes were totally destroyed.

Bureau of Fire Protection XI is currently conducting an on-site investigation to determine the origin and cause of the fire. 

The total estimated cost of property damage has yet to be determined as assessment continues.

Screengrab Metro Davao United Fire and Rescue Inc

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Death toll in Sarangani 7.8 magnitude quake climbs to 33; price freeze enforced on basic goods

by Nova Mae Francas
written by Nova Mae Francas

THE PROVINCIAL government of Sarangani recorded 33 deaths, along with 251 injured individuals, after a Magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck the province on June 8, according to the PDRRMC consolidated report posted on its Facebook page on Saturday, June 14.

The 24 confirmed deaths were due to landslides and covered by fallen debris in Glan municipality: three are from Tango; E. Alegado (2); Tapon (1); New Aklan (3); Pangyan (2); Kapatan (1); Calpidong (2); Burias (1); Poblacion (5); Calabanit (2); and Rio del Pilar (2).

Meanwhile, the other nine are in Tuyan (3); Poblacion (1); Lun Padidu (2); Sapu Masla (2); and Daan Suyan (1) due to drowning; struck by rolling heavy boulders; covered by fallen debris; and landslide.

The province also reported 251 injured and 15 still missing.

Affected families climbed to 57,843, while 428 families are in the evacuation centers.

The earthquake left  17,854 partially damaged homes, and 5,565 were totally damaged.

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Sarangani has implemented a 60-day price freeze on basic necessities following the declaration of a State of Calamity in the province.

There will be no increase in the prices of covered basic goods across the province, effective June 10 to August 9, 2026.

DTI directed all covered establishments within Sarangani province to observe the price freeze. 

Any act of overpricing, hoarding, profiteering, or refusal to sell may be punishable by imprisonment of up to 15 years and/ or fine of P5,000-P2 million, under the Price Act.

Governor Rogelio D. Pacquiao announced on Thursday that the emergency protocols, safety sweeps, work adjustments, and face-to-face class suspensions established under Executive Order No. 33, series of 2026, are extended from June 11 to 17.

“This extension is in view of the provincial declaration of a state of calamity and the ongoing disaster response operations,” Pacquiao said, noting the provincial government continues to monitor the seismic situation in real-time.

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P48-M damage 

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron
  • BFP to verify inspection records as fire guts shopping mall

By Rhoda Grace B Saron 

THE DAVAO City Fire District reported approximately P48 million in property damage after a blaze gutted approximately 600 square meters of floor space at Gaisano Grand Citygate Mall in Buhangin on Friday afternoon, Jan. 2.

According to Fire Senior Inspector Frances Mae Sendrijas, spokesperson for the Davao City Fire District, the incident began around 3:16 p.m. and reached the third alarm before being declared under control at 6:15 p.m. 

Firefighters officially declared “fire out” at 7:05 pm.

While the investigation into the cause is ongoing, Sendrijas confirmed that the damage was concentrated on the ground and second floors—affecting one tenant each—while nearly half of the third floor was destroyed.

No casualties or injuries were reported.

When asked about the mall’s last fire safety inspection, Sendrijas stated that the information is still being verified.

“As of this moment, I cannot give exact details as we need to verify this with our Fire Safety Enforcement Branch, which handles the documents for business establishments in Davao City,” Sendrijas said. “Hopefully, by next week, we will have that information.”

She added that the Fire Safety Enforcement Branch is currently coordinating with investigators to review the building’s compliance documents as part of the final investigation report.

Mall statement 

“Our emergency response team, the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), Davao City Central 911 emergency response center, fire brigade volunteers, and other relevant authorities immediately responded and successfully contained the situation.

“We are grateful for their swift and professional action.

“All employees, customers, and occupants were safely evacuated following established safety protocols.

“We are awaiting the final investigation report from the authorities as to the initial cause of the fire.”

The mall management assured that the safety and well-being of its employees, partners, and customers remain its top priority.

“We are working to be ready to serve our valued customers again as soon as possible,” the statement said.

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Davao Oriental calls for donations for construction materials

by Nova Mae Francas
written by Nova Mae Francas

THE PROVINCIAL Government of Davao Oriental called for donations, especially construction materials, to rebuild homes of affected residents.

The recent Magnitude 7.6, and Magnitude 6.9 tremors in Davao Oriental have left hundreds of families without shelter, the provincial government said Wednesday.

As of 8:30 p.m. on Oct. 14, 2025, a total of 176,906 families have been affected across the Province of Davao Oriental, according to the summary released by the provincial government. The data also showed that 11,381 houses sustained damage, with 752 totally destroyed and 10,629 partially damaged.

The City of Mati recorded the highest number of affected families at 28,048, followed by Baganga with 21,686 families, and Governor Generoso with 20,123 families. Cateel and Lupon also reported significant impacts, with 18,087 and 18,682 affected families, respectively.

In terms of housing damage, Caraga reported the most number of damaged houses, with 214 totally and 2,855 partially damaged houses. Manay, which was the epicenter, followed closely with 129 totally and 3,113 partially damaged houses, while Baganga recorded 217 totally and 805 partially damaged.

Other municipalities such as Cateel and Tarragona also suffered housing damage, with 1,401 and 1,368 partially damaged houses, respectively.

The municipality of Boston had 4,662 affected families and 96 partially damaged houses, while San Isidro reported 11,286 affected families, with only one house totally and 159 partially damaged.

Banaybanay recorded 15,139 affected families, with 14 totally and 47 partially damaged houses, and Governor Generoso reported 20,123 affected families with 39 partially damaged houses.

While they recognized the support of partners, organizations, and individuals who have already sent donations to support the recovery efforts in Davao Oriental, it emphasized the need for construction materials.

“However, as recovery continues, our fellow Oryental Dabawenyos have expressed heartfelt pleas for construction materials,” it said.

It added that materials are deeply needed to restore the homes and provide families with a safe, and secure place essential for their post-quake recovery and healing.

Photo from Provincial Government of Davao Oriental

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