MGB Central Office conducted a training-workshop workshop on mining statistics and effective communication

[Iloilo City] – The Mines and Geosciences Bureau conducted a training workshop on Mining Statistics and Information Dissemination for Effective Data Compilation, Management, and Visualization on October 21 to 25, 2024 at Eurotel North Edsa in Quezon City. The activity commenced with the Welcome Remarks of DENR Assistant Secretary Michael V. Cabalda, Assistant Secretary for Mining Concerns and concurrent MGB OIC Director.  Asec Cabalda emphasized the importance of a comprehensive and accurate data-gathering process to reflect the contributions of the minerals industry to the economy.   Engr. Romualdo D. Aguilos, Chief of Mineral Economics, Information and Publication Division of MGB Central Office presented the objectives and rationale of the training. Information Technology Specialists, Systems Network Administrators, ICT Focal Persons and concerned Administrative Officers (V and III) of Regional Offices also participated in the said activity via virtual mode.  (MGB... read more

Geohazard Advisory RE: Tropical Storm Kristine (TRAMI)

ADVISORY FOR THE LOCAL CHIEF EXECUTIVES, REGION 6 RE: TROPICAL STORM KRISTINE (TRAMI) The Mines and Geosciences Bureau VI warns that the typhoon may trigger possible landslides and floods due to the moderate to heavy rain falls in the areas of Western Visayas classified as susceptible to landslide and floods based on the Geohazard Maps (1:10,00 scale). It is advised that the LGUs refer to the Geohazard Maps distributed to the respective municipalities/cities and take precautionary measures to include pre-emptive evacuations if necessary. Stay safe and vigilant everyone!... read more

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 more

MGB 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 more

WE 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 more