(PAGASA 24-HOUR PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST as of Saturday, 21 December 2024) π—¦π—¬π—‘π—’π—£π—¦π—œπ—¦: Shear Line affecting Southern Luzon and Visayas. Northeast Monsoon affecting the rest of Luzon. 𝗙𝗒π—₯π—˜π—–π—”π—¦π—§ π—ͺπ—˜π—”π—§π—›π—˜π—₯ π—–π—’π—‘π——π—œπ—§π—œπ—’π—‘: Dinagat Islands will experience Cloudy skies with scattered rains and isolated thunderstorms due to the Shear Line. Possible flash floods or landslides due to moderate to heavy with at times intense rains. Butuan City, Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte and Surigao del Sur will experience Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms due to Trough of Low Pressure Area. Possible flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms. 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—‘: Moderate to Strong winds coming from East to Northeast will prevail with Moderate to Rough seas / (1.5 to 3.7 meters).


Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Surigao Port manager receives esteemed award 


SURIGAO CITY, Surigao del Norte -- In a glittering ceremony that celebrated excellence in public service, Froilan U. Caturla, port manager of the Philippine Ports Authority's (PPA) Port Management Office (PMO) of Surigao, was awarded the Environmental Stewardship Award at the 3rd OFW Party List Impact Awards for 2024.  

The event, held on September 5 at the Manila Ballroom of Marriott Hotel in Newport, Pasay City, recognized individuals who made significant contributions to government efficiency and public service delivery. 

The award specifically highlighted Caturla's outstanding efforts in promoting sustainable port operations and implementing resilient port development programs. 

His initiatives set a new standard for environmental responsibility in the maritime industry, proving that economic progress and ecological conservation can go hand in hand.  

His inspiring journey from a security guard to a distinguished port executive was specially underscored and celebrated during the award ceremony. His remarkable achievement served as a testament to the power of perseverance and dedication to public service. 

Caturla’s nomination for this prestigious award came from the Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG), underlining the far-reaching impact of his work. 

The OFW Party List Impact Awards, now in its third year, aims to recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to the Filipino community, both at home and abroad. Caturla's award did not only celebrate his personal achievements but also highlighted the crucial role of efficient port management in supporting overseas Filipino workers and international trade. 

Caturla's journey from security guard to award-winning port manager served as a powerful reminder of the potential within every individual to make a difference. His story is expected to inspire the next generation of public servants to strive for excellence and environmental responsibility in their respective fields. (PPA-PMO Surigao/PIA-Surigao del Norte)