By Norman Bordadora, Philippine Daily Inquirer
President Aquino has announced the replacement of weather bureau chief Prisco Nilo after the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration’s gaffe in forecasting the track of Typhoon “Basyang.”

Almost all of us in Metro Manila was taken by surprise by Typhoon Basyang. Reports from PAGASA stated that Basyang will hit Northern Luzon so I was just expecting some rain or wind. PAGASA was …

Robredo proposes local forecasting facilities for LGUs
By Marlon Ramos
Philippine Daily Inquirer

MANILA, Philippines—To ease the burden of the national government, Interior Secretary Jesse Robredo Wednesday broached the idea of setting …

The Philippines’ capital was hit by a typhoon.  Power across much of Luzon was taken out.  It is a startling reminder of how fragile this digital life is.  This is mild compared to the Typhoon …

Palace set to declare state of calamity in Mindanao
The Philippine Star
MANILA, Philippines – President Arroyo is set to sign a proclamation declaring a state of calamity in Mindanao where a long dry spell brought …