(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

Cyber safe spaces awareness seminar empowers vulnerable groups in Agusan Norte

BUTUAN CITY -- The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Caraga, in partnership with the Provincial Government of Agusan del Norte, recently conducted a Cyber Safe Spaces Awareness Seminar at the Peace Center-Halfway House in Bancasi, this city to educate the vulnerable population, particularly children in conflict with the law (CICL) and rebel returnees.

The symposium focused on equipping attendees with essential knowledge about cybersecurity and safe online practices. Participants learned about the risks associated with internet use and strategies to protect themselves from online threats.

Through interactive sessions and practical tips, the importance of responsible internet use was emphasized. It also highlighted the role of digital literacy in empowering individuals to navigate the online world safely.

The event underscored DICT Caraga's commitment to promoting cyber safety among vulnerable groups, fostering a safer digital environment for all members of society. By providing education and awareness, DICT empowered the participants to make informed decisions and protect themselves online effectively. (PLGU-Agusan del Norte/PIA-Agusan del Norte)