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(PAGASA 24-HOUR PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST as of Monday, 24 August 2026) Typhoon Saudel (2618) Location: 1,660 KM East Northeast of extreme Northern Luzon (23.3°N, 137.7°E) Maximum Sustained Winds: 175 KM/H near the center Gustiness: up to 215 KM/H Movement: West Northwestward at 30 KM/H Tropical Depression Location: 1,330 KM East of Southeastern Luzon (14.1°N, 136.6°E) Maximum Sustained Winds: 55 KM/H near the center Gustiness: up to 70 KM/H Movement: North Northeastward at 10 KM/H Tropical Depression Gaenari (2620) (formerly "Neneng") Location: 520 KM North of Itbayat, Batanes (24.9°N, 119.4°E) Maximum Sustained Winds: 55 KM/H near the center Gustiness: Up to 70 KM/H Movement: West Southwestward at 15 KM/H Localized Thunderstorms affecting Mindanao.


Monday, 2 June 2025

Surigao state U gets infra projects from DPWH

By Nida Grace P. Barcena

SAN MIGUEL, Surigao del Sur (PIA) — The North Eastern Mindanao State University – San Miguel campus (NEMSU-SMC) in the province of Surigao del Sur recently received three major infrastructure projects funded by the national government during a ceremonial turnover spearheaded by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).

Re-elected first district Congressional Representative Romeo S. Momo Sr. said, “The completed projects, a road network, a multi-purpose building, and a potable water system, are set to provide a more accessible, conducive, and student-friendly environment for NEMSUans.” 

He assured continued support to the development of the state university, vowing to bring more projects to the campus that foster quality education.

NEMSU President Nemesio G. Loayon expressed gratitude to the government for the infrastructure projects. 

“We are happy because these facilities we have provided will allow students to experience comfort that they may not have at home, something they can now find here in the school,” said Dr. Loayon.

NEMSU-San Miguel campus chief, Dr. Florife O. Urbiztondo, also underscored the positive impact that the new facilities will give in support of academic pursuits and campus life. “These projects are not just physical structures, they are investments in the future of our students,” said Dr. Urbiztondo,

Meanwhile, DPWH Engineer Josie Alegado highlighted that the completed projects are not just infrastructure, they are symbols of progress, readiness, and hope for a brighter future for every student who walks through NEMSU’s gates. (NGPB, PIA Surigao del Sur)