MGB VI, DENR conducts coastal geohazard mapping in Negros Occidental
The Mines and Geosciences Bureau VI (MGB-6), Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is nearing completion of its coastal geohazard mapping for San Carlos City, Calatrava and Sagay City in Negros Occidental. It has completed the geohazard mapping of Kabankalan City, Ilog, Sipalay City and Kabankalan City and Hinobaan, Negros Occidental and Iloilo City during in the first semester of this year. Coastal hazards such as storm surges, tsunami, coastal flooding or inundation, coastal landslide or slope failure, beach erosion, coastal subsidence, accretion or siltation and sand deposition can cause vulnerability in our coastal areas and threaten lives, according to Adeline Grace M. Torreda, supervising geologist of MGB VI during a learning event of a maritime school in Iloilo City. One of the work targets under the geological risk reduction and resiliency Program of MGB is coastal geohazard mapping of coastal areas nationwide. This activity is an offshoot of the national geohazard assessment and mapping program of the DENR that has developed into a more detailed scale. Assessing and mapping coastal geologic hazards is an effort to safeguard vulnerable coastal communities. The initiative aims to assess and mitigate the potential impact of coastal hazards. MGB specifically looks into erosion, flooding, and coastal subsidence, accretion or siltation and sand deposition that threaten coastal areas. According to her, MGB has conducted coastal geohazard mapping for more than 70 percent of the total municipalities and cities of Region 6. We have set annual targets and we have projected to complete the mapping our remaining target of 25 municipalities in 2028, Torreda said. Assessing and mapping coastal vulnerability is an important reference... read moreMGB VI equips the JBLFMU (Arevalo), Inc. senior high school students on geology and geologic hazards during DRRR talks
Iloilo City – The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office VI (MGB VI) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) conducted a lecture on geologic hazards to around 275 senior high school students of the John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University (JBLFMU), Arevalo, Inc. on September 25, 2024. MGB VI supervising geologist Dr. Leilanie O. Suerte engaged the interest of senior high school students with her presentation entitled, “Understanding Geology and Geologic Hazards.” Dubbed “Pahanumdom: Senior High School DRRR Talk Series with the theme ‘Empowering the Next Generation for a Resilient Future’, the learning event is part of the ongoing advocacy of JBLFMU (Arevalo) Inc. to promote awareness and preparedness among students regarding Disaster Readiness and Risk Reduction (DRRR). According to the school administrator Mr. Robert O. Parcia, MSMM in his opening message, “The best defense is awareness and preparedness in the face of natural calamities. It’s not just about being resilient but being prepared.” Today’s activity is a timely event considering we are in the season of the year when we experience many typhoons, he added. JBLFMU (Arevalo) invited MGB VI to lecture on geologic hazards to equip the students with a deeper understanding of the importance of disaster risk reduction, preparedness, and response, particularly in the context of environmental hazards such as geologic hazards. MGB VI lecturer Dr. Leilanie O. Suerte talked about the different types of landslides and floods specifically induced by heavy rainfall. She expounded on the triggering mechanisms, contributing factors, and measures to prevent disasters from happening, achieve zero casualties, and lessen negative impacts on the environment, infrastructures, and livelihood. She discussed... read moreWE ARE HIRING!
MGB VI is looking for (1) Technical Personnel (Contract of Service) preferably a Licensed Geologist.Interested applicants may send their application letter and CV to:CECILIA L. OCHAVO-SAYCONOIC Regional DirectorMines and Geosciences Bureau VIQueen City Garden Mall, J. De Leon St., Iloilo Cityemail address: mgbro6iloilo@gmail.comPlease note that the deadline for submission is on September 25, 2024.... read moreThe Provincial and City Mining Regulatory Board and Provincial Mine Rehabilitation Fund Committee in Western Visayas held their 11th regional summit
Iloilo City – The Provincial Mining Regulatory Board (PMRB) and Provincial Mine Rehabilitation Fund Committee (PMRFC) of the six provinces in Region 6 held their 11th regional summit last August 28-30, 2024 at Diversion 21 Hotel in Iloilo City. Centering on the theme “Strengthening the Functions and Bridging Gaps of PMRFCs and P/CMRB for an Environmentally Sustainable and Socially Responsible Mining Industry,” the members of the P/CMRB and PMRFC of each province gathered to review the implementation of current policies and learn more about the recently issued policies. The Provincial Mining Regulatory Board (PMRB) in the Philippines is a local government body established under the Philippine Mining Act of 1995 (Republic Act No. 7942). It is tasked with overseeing small-scale mining activities within a province. Each province with significant mining activity has its own PMRB, which works under the supervision of the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) Regional Office of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). On the other hand, the Mine Rehabilitation Fund Committee (MRFC) is a key regulatory body that oversees the implementation of environmental management, rehabilitation, and closure plans for mining projects. Under the supervision of the MGB, its main purpose is to ensure that mining operations comply with environmental laws and regulations, particularly in mined-out areas, and mitigate environmental impacts. MGB VI OIC Regional Director Cecilia L. Ochavo-Saycon said the mining industry faces many challenges but the presence of each one during the summit underscores a collective commitment to converse and dialogue on working together productively. The shared goal and responsibility are to achieve a responsive, systematic, and balanced environment for businesses to... read morePublication of Vacant Positions August 30, 2024
Publication of Vacant Positions August 30, 2024 read more
