(PAGASA 24-HOUR PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST as of Sunday, 07 December 2025) At 3:00 AM today, the center of Tropical Depression "WILMA" was estimated based on all available data in the vicinity of Matuguinao, Samar (12.2°N 125.0°E) with maximum sustained winds of 45 km/h near the center and gustiness of up to 75 km/h. It is moving West Northwestward at 15 km/h. Shear Line affecting the eastern section of Southern Luzon. Northeast Monsoon affecting the rest of Luzon. Mindanao will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms due to Localized Thunderstorms. Possible flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms. Moderate to strong winds from northeast to northwest will prevail over the western sections of Mindanao with moderate to rough seas (1.2 to 3.1 meters). Elsewhere, moderate winds from the northwest to southwest to southeast with moderate seas (1.2 to 2.5 meters).


Monday, 21 October 2024

BFAR-13 presents assessment result on shellfish farming to LGU Surigao City

SURIGAO CITY, Surigao del Norte -- The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) National Fisheries Development Center (NFDC) recently presented to City Mayor Pablo Yves L. Dumlao II the initial results of a two-day site assessment for oyster and mussel farming in Surigao City.

The presentation was led by BFAR NFDC Aqua/Shellfish Unit Head Francisco M. Reyes Jr., alongside a team of experts including Raquel A. Ferrer, Jurads H. Dalisay, Carlo E. Bunducan, Romeo R. Visperas, Marjorie B. Valiente, and Cecile C. Bag-ao. 

The assessment sought to explore sustainable aquaculture opportunities to boost local fisherfolk livelihood and ensure the long-term viability of shellfish farming in the area.

Mayor Dumlao expressed strong support to the initiative, highlighting the importance of providing sustainable livelihood options for local communities. 

He assured BFAR of the local government’s commitment to collaborate on aquaculture projects that will benefit fisherfolk and contribute to the region's economic growth. (Surigao City-PIO/PIA- Surigao del Norte)

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