05/08/2025
𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗣𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗜𝗧𝗢𝗚𝗢𝗡 𝗗𝗘𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗦 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗧𝗬
The Sangguniang Bayan of Itogon has officially passed a resolution declaring the Municipality of Itogon under a State of Calamity during its regular session held today, August 5, 2025.
This declaration follows the recommendation of the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (MDRRMC), chaired by Mayor Bernard S. Waclin, and was formally endorsed to the Sangguniang Bayan through Vice Mayor Dante Allain Xavier D. Godio.
The decision was made in response to the severe impacts and damages caused by Tropical Cyclones Crising, Dante, and Emong, as well as the continuous heavy rains brought by the southwest monsoon. These weather events have resulted in significant damage to infrastructure, agriculture, and livelihoods throughout the municipality.
Preliminary Damage Reports:
* Infrastructure: P19,777,999.20
* Agriculture: P4,047,621.00
* Livelihood: P133,000.00
Additionally, the MDRRMC reported damage to major road networks, including the Baguio-Bua-Itogon National Road in Goldfield, Poblacion, and the Carantes Provincial Road. These obstructions have hindered emergency response operations and disrupted the delivery of essential public services.
The declaration also takes into account data from the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office, which reported that 242 families or 883 individuals were displaced due to the recent adverse weather conditions.
The State of Calamity declaration will enable the local government to mobilize resources more effectively and expedite recovery and rehabilitation.