Tag: Negros Occidental
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Lineman Electrocuted in Escalante City Energizing Transformer
Tragedy in Escalante City A 24-year-old lineman was fatally electrocuted while working to energize a transformer in Barangay Balintawak, Escalante City, Negros Occidental, on Saturday, Oct. 11. The victim, identified by police as Orly, was employed by a private contractor and resided in Victorias City, Negros Occidental. The loss stunned family, colleagues, and residents, underscoring…
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Lineman Electrocuted in Escalante City: Incident Details
Tragedy in Escalante City A 24-year-old lineman died after a fatal electric shock while working to energize a transformer in Barangay Balintawak, Escalante City, Negros Occidental, on Saturday, Oct. 11. Police identified the victim as Orly, an employee of a private contractor and a resident of Victorias City, Negros Occidental. The incident underscores the inherent…
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Lineman Electrocuted in Escalante City: Tragedy and a Separate Illicit Cigarettes Case
Tragic lineman death in Escalante City A 24-year-old lineman died after being electrocuted while working to energize a transformer in Barangay Balintawak, Escalante City, Negros Occidental, on Saturday, Oct. 11. Police identified the victim as Orly, an employee of a private contractor and a resident of Victorias City, Negros Occidental. An official from Escalante City…
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Minor Cracks in Negros Occidental: Schools, Churches Affected by 6.9 Tremor
Overview: Aftermath of a 6.9 Magnitude Earthquake A powerful magnitude-6.9 earthquake rattled Negros Island, prompting rapid assessments of public buildings and places of worship. Local authorities reported only minor structural cracking in several facilities, with no casualties recorded so far. The response focus has shifted to safety checks, ongoing operations, and clear communication with residents…
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Negros Occidental Quake: Minor Cracks in Schools and Churches
Overview of the Event A powerful magnitude-6.9 earthquake struck off the coast of the Philippines, prompting immediate inspections across Negros Occidental. Local authorities reported that while there was no widespread structural collapse, several buildings sustained minor cracks. The incident underscores the ongoing importance of building inspections following strong quakes, even when communities remain largely safe.…
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Negros Occidental Earthquake Cracks Hit Schools and Churches
Overview of the 6.9 Magnitude Tremor’s Aftermath A powerful magnitude-6.9 earthquake shook the Negros Island region, prompting rapid assessments of buildings across several municipalities. Local disaster officials reported minor cracks in a range of structures, including government offices, schools, and churches. While the event caused alarm, authorities emphasized that no widespread structural failures or casualties…
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Negros Island’s No. 1 Most Wanted Falls: Arrest in Talisay City Ends a Long Pursuit
High-Profile Arrest Ties Up a Long Pursuit The No. 1 most wanted person in Negros Island Region (NIR) was arrested in Talisay City, Negros Occidental, on charges that have shocked local communities. A 39-year-old motorcycle mechanic, once considered the region’s most elusive fugitive, now faces six counts of statutory rape and three counts of lascivious…
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Negros Island’s Most Wanted: Arrest of Top Fugitive in Talisay City Raises Hope for Justice
Overview: A High-Profile Arrest in Negros Island In a significant development for public safety on Negros Island, authorities announced the arrest of the region’s No. 1 most wanted person. A 39-year-old motorcycle mechanic, once categorized as the paramount fugitive in the Negros Island Region (NIR), was captured on the heels of serious allegations involving multiple…
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Negros Island’s No. 1 Fugitive Nabbed: Rape Suspect Arrested in Talisay City
Overview A 39-year-old motorcycle mechanic, once listed as the No. 1 most wanted person in Negros Island Region (NIR), has been arrested in connection with multiple counts of sexual abuse involving his goddaughter in Talisay City, Negros Occidental. The case includes six counts of statutory rape and three counts of lascivious conduct under the Special…
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Tragic Lightning Strike Claims Young Life in Cadiz City
Overview of the Incident On September 6, a tragic event unfolded in Barangay Tinampa-an, Cadiz City, Negros Occidental, when an 11-year-old boy was struck by lightning while playing outside. This heartbreaking incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by severe weather, particularly during the rainy season. Details of the Incident According to…