Bumberong Nyeti

30/01/2026

30/01/2026

28/01/2026

PWEDE PALA YO

28/01/2026

10-70 2nd Alarm
Location: ilang ilang st. Brgy. Old Balara Quezon City
Involved: Residential Light Material

Responding unit
Tatalon Pumper
Fire And Rescue Volunteer

25/01/2026

25/01/2026

25/01/2026

25/01/2026

The Philippines has announced its first significant natural gas discovery in more than ten years, marking a major breakthrough for the country’s energy sector. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. confirmed that around 2.8 billion cubic meters of natural gas were discovered east of the Malampaya Field, off the coast of Palawan. The reserve is estimated to be sufficient to power approximately 5.7 million households for one year, offering a substantial boost to domestic energy supply and reducing reliance on imported fuel sources.

This discovery comes at a crucial moment as the Malampaya gas field, the country’s only producing natural gas facility, continues to decline after decades of operation. Energy analysts say the new find could help stabilize electricity generation, strengthen national energy security, and potentially ease pressure on power prices in the long term. Although further exploration, evaluation, and development are still required, the announcement highlights renewed optimism for offshore energy exploration and underscores the Philippines’ efforts to harness its own natural resources for sustained economic and energy stability.

Science Department |