Protesters recently gathered in San Jose municipal covered plaza in a rally called Oksi Walang Power Movement, expressing grievances and pleading for a solution for the power crisis across Occidental Mindoro. With only four hours of electric service per day, the people are greatly affected by the power crisis, according to Christopher Aguilar, the convener… Read More Power crisis sparks protest in San Jose

As the mercury soars in Occidental Mindoro, the ongoing power crisis is exacerbating health risks for children in the province, prompting calls for urgent government action. The Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office has reported at least 10 instances of emergency medical aid being administered to schoolchildren suffering from dizziness in San Jose since… Read More Occidental Mindoro power crisis takes toll on children