(PAGASA 24-HOUR PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST as of Monday, 21 October 2024) At 3:00 AM today, the center of Tropical Depression "KRISTINE" was estimated based on all available data at 1,070 km East of Southeastern Luzon (13.8°N, 134.1°E) with maximum sustained winds of 55 km/h near the center and gustiness of up to 70 km/h. It is moving West Southwestward at 30 km/h. 𝗙𝗒π—₯π—˜π—–π—”π—¦π—§ π—ͺπ—˜π—”π—§π—›π—˜π—₯ π—–π—’π—‘π——π—œπ—§π—œπ—’π—‘: Butuan City, Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Dinagat Islands, Surigao del Norte and Surigao del Sur will experience Cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms due to Trough of TD Kristine. Possible flash floods or landslides due to moderate to at times heavy rains. 𝗙𝗒π—₯π—˜π—–π—”π—¦π—§ π—ͺπ—œπ—‘π—— 𝗔𝗑𝗗 π—–π—’π—”π—¦π—§π—”π—Ÿ π—ͺπ—”π—§π—˜π—₯ π—–π—’π—‘π——π—œπ—§π—œπ—’π—‘: Light to moderate winds coming from West to Southwest will prevail with slight to moderate seas / (0.6 to 2.1 meters).


Thursday, 04 July 2024

Engineering Battalion in Agusan Sur receives award from prov’l gov’t

AGUSAN DEL SUR -- The 544th Engineer (PIONEERS) Construction Battalion was honored with a prestigious Plaque of Appreciation by the provincial government of Agusan del Sur during the 57th Founding Anniversary celebration of the province on June 17. 

The award, presented by Governor Santiago B. Cane Jr., recognized the battalion's exceptional contributions to the successful Caraga Regional Athletic Games (CRAG) 2024, held at the Datu Lipus Makapandong Gov. Democrito O. Plaza Sports Complex as the host province on May 5-11.

The ceremony was attended by local government officials and employees, community leaders, stakeholders, and other national government agencies. The award was received by Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Ricky N. Baguio, commanding officer, ably represented by LTC Allain S. Fuentes, executive officer of the unit, who highlighted the battalion's unwavering service and dedication to support the province of Agusan del Sur.

The 57th Founding Anniversary of Agusan del Sur is a momentous occasion, marked by various activities and celebrations that reflect the province's rich cultural heritage and achievements. 

The awarding ceremony was a highlight, celebrating the partnership between the local government and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) in fostering community development. (544th Engineer, Construction Battalion/PIA-Agusan del Sur)