AGP Executive Report

Tropical Storm Maymay: Pagasa kept Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 2 over parts of Ilocos Sur, La Union, Pangasinan, Abra, Mountain Province and Benguet as Maymay maintained winds up to 65 kph and gusts to 80 kph, with gale warnings also flagged for the western seaboard—prompting school suspensions in multiple Cavite towns and other Luzon areas as heavy rain and possible floods/landslides loom. Monsoon rains across Luzon/Visayas: Pagasa also warned that an LPA inside the PAR plus the southwest monsoon will bring scattered rains and thunderstorms over several regions, while CAAP reported over 200 passengers affected by cancelled flights and some diversions due to bad weather. Plastic pollution monitoring in Bohol: UP MSI’s PlastiZen partnership with Bohol and BISU is rolling out a citizen-science app to report plastic waste via geotagged photos, boosting local monitoring capacity. Mining and local pushback: In Romblon’s Sibuyan, an environmental coalition hailed San Fernando’s recall of its mining endorsement, while Altai Philippines Mining said it will pursue remedies after the council withdrew support. Water resilience: Maynilad reported improved first-half performance, including lower nonrevenue water, as it prepares for El Niño impacts. El Niño response: The Philippine Air Force said it will support DA cloud seeding operations to bolster water security amid the threat of severe El Niño. Biodiversity funding: Leonardo DiCaprio and Jeff Bezos launched a $200M project to help recover 100 critically endangered species across 30 countries.

Disaster Watch (Luis + habagat): PAGASA says a low pressure area and the southwest monsoon will keep bringing rains over parts of Luzon and Visayas, with warnings and class suspensions rolling out in areas like Metro Manila, Benguet, Pangasinan and parts of Calabarzon; CAAP also reported flight cancellations/diversions as heavy rain disrupts travel. Evacuation Update: The Office of Civil Defense reported 7,700 families affected and nearly 4,000 people displaced as Luis remnants and habagat continue to trigger flooding in multiple regions. Local Flood Risk: Iligan remains vulnerable as flood control gaps are flagged, while Ilocos and other areas see landslides/rockfalls and road disruptions. Climate Adaptation (El Niño): The Philippine Air Force will support DA cloud seeding to boost water security as Super El Niño conditions persist. Mining-Free Push (Sibuyan): Opposition to large-scale metallic mining grows after Romblon’s provincial board backs a mining-free zone call. Wildlife: A female dugong was found dead in Oriental Mindoro; authorities urged immediate reporting of stranding incidents. Tree-Cutting Scrutiny (Cebu): Cebu City deferred a request to cut 32 trees in Barangay Tisa after recent flooding raised environmental safety concerns. Species Conservation (Global): DiCaprio and Bezos-backed groups launched a $200M project to save 100 threatened species, including the Visayan warty pig.

Tropical Depression Luis & Habagat: Pagasa says two low-pressure areas and the southwest monsoon will keep heavy rains over Northern and Central Luzon and parts of Metro Manila and Western Visayas on Aug. 4, with orange warnings for Zambales and Bataan and continued risks of flooding and landslides. Disaster Response on the Ground: In Pangasinan, classes and work were suspended across all levels and districts, while La Union put its disaster response on red alert and activated round-the-clock monitoring; Ilocos Sur reported a landslide that stranded and later rescued six youths. Local Safety Measures: Sea travel was suspended in Lubang, Occidental Mindoro due to rough conditions, and authorities urged residents to follow advisories. Fisheries Enforcement: The DA will ask the Supreme Court to reconsider its move striking down vessel monitoring for commercial fishing, warning it could worsen illegal fishing and harm dwindling stocks. Marine Wildlife Rescue: A critically endangered hawksbill turtle was saved in Capiz after a fisherman reported it trapped in a net, prompting DENR response. Water Resilience: Manila Water said it is boosting backwash recovery to add up to 46 million liters per day to support supply despite El Niño-linked low Angat Dam levels.

Tropical Cyclone Luis & Habagat Impacts: PAGASA reported Luis made landfall over Maconacon, Isabela, with Signal No. 1 still up in multiple Luzon areas and heavy rain risks (up to 200mm in Pangasinan), prompting widespread class suspensions and safety warnings on flooding and landslides. Coastal Safety & Sea Travel Bans: In Zambales, the Coast Guard suspended vessels 35 GT and below; in Occidental Mindoro, Lubang suspended all sea travel from Aug. 4 due to rough seas. Flooding on the Ground: Pangasinan saw coastal flooding and advisories against swimming; Aurora officials warned of landslides after rains dislodged rocks. Disaster Preparedness: South Cotabato distributed rescue equipment to schools and barangays under a P7M DRRM program. Wildlife Conservation: DENR said a critically endangered hawksbill sea turtle was rescued in Roxas City after a fisherman reported it; DENR-8 also released rehabilitated native wildlife in Leyte. Marine Pollution & Sanitation: BOC Subic pulled more overstaying containers for condemnation and disposal after foul odors and a leachate pollution incident. Energy Transition: DOE highlighted the Tantangan Solar Power Project’s early operations in Mindanao, targeting cleaner power for tens of thousands of homes.

Tropical Depression Luis & Habagat Disruptions: PAGASA says TD Luis is still near-stationary east of Aurora with TCWS No. 1 up in multiple Luzon areas, bringing moderate to intense rain and raising flood/landslide risks; several LGUs suspended classes (including 11 towns in Pampanga and multiple towns in Aurora and Pangasinan) and authorities warned motorists about unsafe crossings after rains dislodged rocks and submerged spillways. Disaster Response in Bicol: Camarines Sur placed under red alert with preemptive evacuations and “no swimming/no crossing” rules as Luis threatens the region; 356 passengers were stranded after sea travel was suspended. Water Management Boost: Cloud-seeding operations over Isabela helped lift Magat Dam levels by nearly 3 meters above the critical threshold, supporting irrigation amid dry conditions. Renewables Push: South Cotabato’s Tantangan Solar Power Project (Mindanao’s first of its kind) began operating ahead of schedule, targeting full capacity by October to supply clean power for tens of thousands of homes. Food Security Tech Trials: Eastern Samar launched Rice Derby 2026 to test modern rice technologies across 150 hectares, aiming to raise yields and cut costs while helping farmers adapt to climate change. Connectivity Resilience: DICT-backed plan has major telcos forming a consortium for a $500M archipelagic submarine cable backbone to improve redundancy and reduce outages. Ocean Governance & Claims: The Philippines held a UN-linked forum in New York on UNCLOS and the 2016 South China Sea arbitral award, stressing legal certainty and real-world impacts for maritime communities.

Tropical Cyclone Luis Watch: Pagasa kept Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 up over parts of Luzon as TD Luis moved northwest over the Philippine Sea, with winds of 39–61 kph and intermittent rains expected for at least 36 hours; a westward shift could bring landfall or close approach to Northern/Central Luzon, while heavy rain (50–100 mm) was forecast in several provinces as the southwest monsoon strengthens. Coast Guard Disruptions: The Philippine Coast Guard suspended sea vessel operations in northern Quezon, including the Polillo Group, and reported hundreds of passengers stranded in Bicol ports after travel was halted due to Luis. Disaster Prep Reminder: OCD urged families to plan what to do before disasters strike—fire, earthquakes, and rising water—warning that local disaster offices often lack stable staffing. Water Security via Cloud Seeding: In Isabela, cloud-seeding missions helped raise Magat Dam levels after prolonged dry conditions, supporting farmers and irrigation needs. Food & Aquaculture Support: DA said it will distribute fingerlings to fishpond operators hit by fishkills and provide solar-powered aerators to reduce future oxygen-related losses. Renewables Circularity: CREC upcycled decommissioned solar panels into school tables through its EcoLoop initiative. Carbon Market Rules: Cebu City proposed regulating a night market in Carbon Market to keep farmers and vendors operating with sanitation and traffic controls. Climate-Resilient Water Loan: The World Bank approved a $268.62M project to expand climate-resilient water and sanitation in Bohol, Siargao, and Jolo.

Tropical Cyclone Watch: PAGASA upgraded an LPA east of Infanta, Quezon into Tropical Depression Luis, triggering Signal No. 1 in parts of Luzon (Polillo Islands, northern Camarines Norte, and northern Catanduanes) and bringing heavy rains and thunderstorms that could cause flash floods and landslides across Metro Manila and nearby provinces. Energy & Data Security Debate: Lawmakers and church groups renewed criticism of the US-led Pax Silica AI/data hub in New Clark City, warning it could “voraciously” consume power, strain the grid, and raise concerns over water use, Indigenous displacement, and data governance. Waste & Compliance: Environmental groups challenged SBMA’s plan to allow incoming US e-waste shipments into Subic, arguing DENR-EMB and the Bureau of Customs should decide under Basel rules. Seas & Biodiversity: The Philippines deposited its Scarborough Shoal (Panatag/Bajo de Masinloc) nautical chart with the UN to strengthen its claim, while China issued tighter management rules for the Huangyan Dao reserve, restricting fishing and reef/coral extraction. Climate-Resilient Living: An architecture feature highlights how Filipino design—like passive cooling and raised structures—can turn climate vulnerability into adaptation innovation. Local Sustainability: CREC upcycled decommissioned solar panels into school tables through its EcoLoop initiative in Bulacan. Wildfire Warning: A climate-linked wildfire report from Europe underscores rising heat-driven disaster risks that could increasingly affect the Philippines.

Weather Watch: PAGASA says an LPA inside the Philippine area is unlikely to become a tropical cyclone within 24 hours, but its trough will bring scattered rains and thunderstorms over parts of Luzon and Visayas, with heavy to intense downpours expected in areas including Metro Manila, Rizal, Laguna, Pampanga, Bataan and nearby provinces—prompting flight diversions to Clark. Flooding Impacts: Cebu City was hit by severe flooding after intense rain overwhelmed drainage, with officials warning of ongoing risks as heavy weather returns. E-Waste Fight in Subic: An environmental coalition challenged SBMA’s plan to allow non-hazardous US e-waste shipments already en route into Subic, arguing only BOC and DENR-EMB can decide under the Basel Convention; more containers are flagged. Marine & Food Security: The Philippines deposited its Bajo de Masinloc nautical chart with the UN as China denounced the move; meanwhile, new research warns rice yield losses from warming could be nearly double model estimates. Energy & Climate Debate: Critics and church leaders question the US-backed Pax Silica plan’s huge power and water needs, while Las Piñas and Meralco push to expand renewable energy use. Local Livelihoods: Negros town reels from a crab export ban and a sugarcane pest, with local orders targeting both impacts.

Weather & Flood Risk: Pagasa says an LPA trough will bring rains over parts of Luzon and Visayas, with Metro Manila and Luzon seeing partly cloudy to cloudy skies and afternoon thunderstorms; residents are warned about flooding and landslides. Metro Manila Flooding: Friday downpours left several QC roads flooded (knee-deep to subsided areas), with MMDA reporting some stretches passable but still affected. Typhoon Watch: Super Typhoon Dolphin remains powerful and a gale watch is issued for Guam waters as a monsoon surge approaches. Fisheries Monitoring Upgrade: The DA and BFAR turned over Vessel Monitoring System workstations to the Philippine Coast Guard to track fishing vessels and help curb illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing. E-Waste Crackdown in Subic: SBMA will accept already-in-transit US shipments deemed non-hazardous, but will decide on future arrivals under the Basel Convention after alerts flagged 184 suspected e-waste containers. Wildlife Rescue: A large sea turtle (pawikan) was rescued and released off Jomalig, Quezon, after barnacles were removed and authorities reminded the public that sea turtles are strictly protected. Climate-Linked Energy Debate: A new report highlights how data centers’ electricity demand could strain power supply—raising questions about the energy needs tied to Pax Silica and AI growth.

EV Manufacturing Push: President Marcos signed EO 121 creating the EV Incentive Strategy (EVIS), offering up to ₱15B fiscal support per enrolled EV model to attract local production and parts manufacturing. Water & Climate Risk: Maynilad is building ₱5.8B, 9.12-km primary pipelines to stabilize supply in Muntinlupa and Las Piñas as El Niño threatens below-normal rainfall. Flood Watch: Heavy rains from an LPA triggered evacuations in Surallah, South Cotabato, and caused localized road flooding in Metro Manila. E-Waste Crackdown: Subic Bay Freeport will deny entry of newly flagged US e-waste containers while authorities review Basel Convention compliance. Marine Wildlife: A pawikan (sea turtle) was rescued and released in Jomalig, Quezon, after being found ashore near a resort. Energy Demand Debate: A report notes global data centers already use massive electricity, raising questions about power and water needs for AI-linked projects like Pax Silica. Policy & Governance: The Supreme Court upheld a ruling striking down tracking rules for commercial fishing vessels, a move tied to IUU fishing monitoring.

Weather Watch: Pagasa says a trough of an LPA is set to bring heavy rain over parts of Visayas and eastern Mindanao (Caraga, Davao Region, South Cotabato, Sarangani), with flash-flood or landslide risk in affected areas, while Luzon is mostly fair with possible localized thunderstorms. EV Push: President Marcos signed an EO launching the Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy, a P60B package to lure EV makers to produce in the Philippines, offering up to P15B fiscal support per enrolled model. Pax Silica Debate: Capas Mayor Rodriguez asked BCDA for clearer details on Pax Silica’s environmental and social safeguards, while the Palace said concerns can be raised with relevant agencies; MAP also backed the project but demanded sustainability and accountability. West Philippine Sea: The Philippines presented its extended continental shelf claim before the UN panel, urging consideration of the 2016 South China Sea arbitral award and stressing fisherfolk livelihoods and marine biodiversity. E-waste Enforcement: PNP-CIDG arrested three Chinese nationals in Caloocan for allegedly selling scrap electronic motherboards without DENR permits, citing hazardous waste risks. Subic Bay Pollution Case: In Subic Bay Freeport, BOC said 20 of 118 overstaying refrigerated containers were condemned amid complaints of foul-smelling leachate resurfacing near All Hands Beach.

Weather Watch: PAGASA says the low pressure area inside the Philippine area of responsibility has dissipated, bringing clearer skies over Luzon but still allowing localized thunderstorms; partly cloudy to cloudy conditions with low rain chances are expected in Palawan, while eastern Visayas and Mindanao may stay cloudy. Pollution & Enforcement: In Subic Bay Freeport, the Bureau of Customs says 20 of 118 overstaying refrigerated containers have been condemned, with more pullouts planned, after reports of foul-smelling leachate resurfacing near All Hands Beach. Mining vs Biodiversity: The CBCP plans to set up an Integral Ecology Ministry to intensify opposition to mining and aggressive development. Protected Areas Under Pressure: Mt. Guiting-Guiting Natural Park’s board in Sibuyan Island raised grave concern over mining applications, backing stronger protection of the island’s biodiversity. Indigenous Land & Waste: Leila de Lima filed a House probe into an alleged long-running open dumpsite inside an Aeta ancestral domain in Subic, Zambales, including claims of medical waste. Wildlife Update: DENR-Davao reported a rare Mindanao bleeding-heart pigeon sighting at Mount Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary, with signs it may be breeding. Climate Resilience Push: Sen. Loren Legarda urged stronger disaster preparedness and climate resilience as the country marks National Disaster Resilience Month. Water & Food Security: DSWD highlighted LAWA and BINHI efforts that built farm reservoirs and irrigation, supporting aquaculture and livelihood gains for Luzon farmers and fishers. Pax Silica Debate: Defense Sec. Gilberto Teodoro defended Pax Silica as “national resilience,” while VP Sara Duterte’s earlier “cannot comment” remark continues to fuel public questions.

Disaster Preparedness & Weather: PAGASA says an LPA inside the PAR may dissipate within 24 hours but still brings gloomy skies and light rains over parts of Luzon, while a separate LPA outside PAR is unlikely to develop into a tropical depression; Metro Manila and nearby areas were under a yellow rainfall warning, with possible flooding in flood-prone spots. Flood Control & Infrastructure: DPWH will fund a long-delayed JICA flood control and drainage master plan for Davao City in 2027, aiming to reduce water-induced disasters across 13 barangays. Solid Waste & River Pollution: The Supreme Court halted removal of river-side trash dumped in Bontoc, Mountain Province, ruling excavation must be technically sound and feasible before proceeding. Marine & Climate Resilience: The Philippines presented its extended continental shelf claim for the West Philippine Sea at the UN, while the House adopted a resolution marking the 10th anniversary of the 2016 WPS arbitral award. Energy & Environment Debate: Environmental groups BAN Toxics and EcoWaste Coalition rejected Marcos’ push for waste-to-energy, warning of toxic byproducts and arguing it won’t fix the waste crisis. Water & Public Health: Manila Water urged East Zone customers to join August septic tank desludging to prevent untreated wastewater from polluting waterways. Geothermal Expansion: Yuchengco-led Maibarara Geothermal Inc. will accelerate 2026-2027 exploratory drilling in Batangas and Laguna to support new geothermal generation. Agriculture Exports & Food Identity: DA and IPOPHL renewed a partnership to secure geographical indications for priority agri-fishery products, protecting origin-based brands.

Marine Protection Push: DENR is moving to declare Marine Protected Areas in the West Philippine Sea, citing nearly a decade of Filipino-led marine research and calling MPAs “science-to-stewardship-to-sovereignty.” Transport + Mangroves: DoTr and DENR signed a deal to protect mangroves during airport and seaport projects, including mangrove earth-balling procedures for Tacloban’s Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport and a study for New Cebu International Container Port. Waste + Health: Manila Water urged East Zone customers to join August septic tank desludging to prevent untreated wastewater from polluting waterways and harming public health. Flood/Storm Watch: PAGASA reported an LPA bringing scattered rains and thunderstorms over parts of Luzon, with a yellow rainfall warning over Metro Manila and nearby areas due to possible flooding in flood-prone spots. Power Costs + Policy: The House will prioritize removing system loss charges from electricity bills and advancing income tax relief measures, while groups warn against shifting costs to consumers. Solid Waste Debate: Environmental groups BAN Toxics and EcoWaste Coalition rejected waste-to-energy plans, saying burning waste increases toxic pollution and won’t fix the root waste problem. Local Recycling Incentives: Koronadal City launched a “Basura Barter Program” trading segregated flexible plastics and bottles for rice to boost recycling. Disaster Resilience: Sen. Loren Legarda urged Filipinos to treat disaster resilience as daily practice—linking preparedness, stewardship of nature, and safer communities.

Weather Disruptions: A low-pressure area and easterlies are expected to bring cloudy skies, scattered rains, and thunderstorms across Metro Manila, Bicol, CALABARZON, and parts of Mimaropa, with flash-flood and landslide risk in heavier-rain areas; some face-to-face classes were suspended in parts of Rizal and Quezon. Water Security: ADB President Masato Kanda urged faster action to secure water across Asia and the Pacific, linking water, disaster preparedness, and energy reliability. Renewables vs “False Solutions”: Greenpeace Philippines urged Marcos to prioritize renewable energy and warned against nuclear, fossil gas, and waste-to-energy. Marine Protection in WPS: DENR pushed for marine protected areas in the Kalayaan Island Group, citing years of local research and biodiversity value. Illegal Logging Crackdown: Mimaropa police seized ₱2.49M in illegal forest products and arrested 86. Hazardous Materials Probe: NBI shut down a steel plant in Magalang, Pampanga, over substandard and radioactive materials, warning such steel may have been used in infrastructure. E-waste Policy Shift: SBMA said it will again block another suspected US e-waste shipment, citing Basel Convention compliance. EV Push: EV groups welcomed Marcos’ support for transport electrification, including incentives and a goal to make half of cars electric by 2040. Space Ambition: PhilSA said the first liquid-fueled sounding rocket launch is set for 2027, with a possible future spaceport.

Tax Reform Meets Health & Waste: House Ways and Means chair Miro Quimbo says Marcos’ proposed tax relief for workers could lose about ₱50B in revenue, but the government plans to offset it by raising taxes on vape, tobacco, sugar-sweetened drinks, and single-use plastics—framing the move as both fiscal and public-health/environment protection. Radioactive Steel Probe: The NBI is checking whether substandard, radioactive steel from a Pampanga plant may have been used in flood-control and other government projects, warning contractors could face liability for “hidden defects.” Energy Policy Pushback: Consumer groups and Greenpeace both question SONA-linked energy directions—criticizing moves that could keep Filipinos paying high power costs, and warning against “false solutions” like nuclear, fossil gas, and waste-to-energy. Offshore Wind Auction Reset: The Department of Energy plans to restart the delayed offshore wind tender (GEA-5) with awards possibly by Dec. 2, running through June 30, 2027, after adjusting rules on ports, grid tie-ins, and environmental fees. Weather Watch: Pagasa says an LPA will bring rains across much of the country through Friday, with habagat-driven thunderstorms possible in parts of Luzon. Forest & Wildlife Enforcement: Police in Mimaropa seized ₱2.49M in illegally sourced forest products, while the Philippine Eagle Foundation highlights ongoing habitat and shooting threats to the critically endangered national bird. EV Charging Rollout: Cebu City Council urges gasoline stations to install at least two EV chargers to expand cleaner transport infrastructure.