Maritime Safety Services Unit Bicol

23/08/2025

𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐒𝐄 𝐈𝐍 𝐂𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒 𝐒𝐔𝐑 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐎 𝐅𝐔𝐋𝐋 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐒

𝐆𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒: The Maritime Safety Services Unit Bicol Field Maintenance Installation Team (FMIT) led by LTJG JONATHAN E CAÑONES PCG, together with Coast Guard Sub-Station Guijalo personnel , conducted repair and replacement of aids to navigation (ATON) equipment at LS Colongcogong today, 23 August 2025 at Brgy. Colongcogong, Caramoan, Camarines Sur.

LS Colongcogong Particulars:

Classification: Primary
Coordinates: Lat 13° 43’ 18.24” N, Long 123° 58’ 5.88” E
Flashing Characteristics: Flashing White Light every 15 seconds
Status: Operational as of 23 August 2025

This endeavor is part of the continuing commitment of the Maritime Safety Services Unit Bicol to uphold the reliability and visibility of maritime navigational aids within its area of responsibility. The successful restoration of LS Colongcogong significantly enhances navigational safety in the waters surrounding Caramoan, Camarines Sur ensuring safer passage of vessels and local fisherfolks operating in Camarines Sur.

[Photos by: PO2 PAM Advincula PCG]

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22/08/2025

𝐌𝐒𝐒𝐔-𝐁𝐂𝐋 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐒 𝐅𝐄𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌 𝐀𝐓 𝐁𝐑𝐆𝐘. 𝟏 𝐏𝐎𝐁𝐋𝐀𝐂𝐈𝐎𝐍, 𝐁𝐀𝐂𝐀𝐂𝐀𝐘, 𝐀𝐋𝐁𝐀𝐘

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: The Maritime Safety Services Unit Bicol (MSSU-BCL), spearheaded by its Commander, LTJG JONATHAN E CAÑONES PCG, conducted a Feeding Program in celebration of the 51st Founding Anniversary of the Maritime Safety Services Command (MSSC) at Brgy. 1 Poblacion, Bacacay, Albay.

The activity was made possible through the support of the Barangay Officials of Brgy. 1 Poblacion, Bacacay, led by Punong Barangay Hon. Antonio Beltran, together with his council.

The feeding program aimed to provide nutritious meals to children and vulnerable members of the community, reflecting the unit’s continued commitment to service beyond maritime safety.

This initiative stands as a testament to MSSU-BCL’s dedication to civic action and community partnership.

[Photos by: SN1 HA Valderama PCG & ASN DC Palacio Jr. PCG]

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21/08/2025

𝐌𝐒𝐒𝐔-𝐁𝐂𝐋 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐓𝐘 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐈𝐍 𝐎𝐀𝐒, 𝐀𝐋𝐁𝐀𝐘

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: The Maritime Safety Services Unit Bicol, led by its Commander, LTJG JONATHAN E CAÑONES PCG together with CGMT OAS personnel conducted a Recreational Safety Awareness Information Drive today, 21 August 2025 at Charlina’s Beach House, Purok 1, Brgy. Badian, Oas, Albay.

The activity aims to promote awareness on recreational water safety and highlight preventive measures to ensure the protection of beachgoers and coastal communities.

The event was attended by thirty-eight (38) beach resort owners and representatives from various resorts in Oas, Albay. As part of the initiative, informational materials and safety tips were also distributed to reinforce the importance of practicing safety in recreational areas.

[Photos by: ASN DC Palacio Jr PCG]

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19/08/2025

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐏𝐎𝟐 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞 𝐏 𝐕𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐨 𝐏𝐂𝐆!

Today, we celebrate not only your special day but also your remarkable dedication and leadership as POIC, Field Maintenance Installation Center - Bicol.

May this year bring you continued success, joy, and fulfillment in all your endeavors. Thank you for your invaluable contributions to the Maritime Safety Services Unit Bicol.

Enjoy your day and may God continue to bless and guide you always.🎂

18/08/2025

𝐌𝐒𝐒𝐔-𝐁𝐂𝐋 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐀 𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐒𝐄 𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐍-𝐔𝐏 𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐀𝐒 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐌𝐒𝐒𝐂 𝐏𝐑𝐄-𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐒

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: The Maritime Safety Services Unit Bicol (MSSU-BCL) conducted a Simultaneous Lighthouse Clean-up Drive at Lighthouse Bacacay today, 18 August 2025 at Brgy. 1, Poblacion, Bacacay, Albay, as part of the Maritime Safety Services Command (MSSC) Pre-Anniversary Activities.

The activity also included a Coastal Clean-up Drive along the nearby shoreline, actively participated in by Coast Guard Sub-Station Bacacay personnel.

This effort highlights the Coast Guard’s commitment to keeping lighthouses and coastal areas clean, well-maintained, and operational, ensuring safer seas while also supporting eco-tourism in the Bicol Region.

[Photos by: SN1 HA Valderama PCG & ASN DC Palacio PCG]

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17/08/2025

𝐌𝐒𝐒𝐔-𝐁𝐂𝐋 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐋𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐎𝐍 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐇 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐂𝐔𝐄 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐓 𝐑𝐓𝐂 𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐄

𝐈𝐂𝐘𝐌𝐈: The Maritime Safety Services Unit Bicol, through Maritime Rescue Sub-Center Bicol personnel led by ENS MARCO PAULO M BELEN PCG, conducted a 5-Day Maritime Search and Rescue (MARSAR) Planning from 11-15 August 2025 aboard Regional Training Center (RTC) Masbate.

A total of forty (40) RTC Masbate officers and personnel and two hundred ninety (290) trainees of Coast Guard Non-Officer's Course Class 109-2025 participated in the said course.

The course aimed to equip participants with the necessary knowledge and skills in maritime search and rescue planning, ensuring readiness and efficiency in responding to maritime emergencies.

[Photos by: ASN Jolan C Cabiling PCG]

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13/08/2025

Pls feel free to like ❤️ or 👍 and share the photo of LS San Bernardino for the MSSC Lighthouse Photo Contest 2025. Thank you very much!

LS SAN BERNARDINO (MSSU BCL)

Coordinates: LAT 12⁰ 45’ 15 “N, LONG 124⁰ 16’ 57”E
Light characteristic:FLASHING WHITE EVERY 10 SECONDS (FL W 10s)

The San Bernardino Lighthouse, or El Faro De Islote De San Bernardino, is a historical lighthouse on San Bernardino Island in the Bulusan, Sorsogon,with tower height of 49 ft.

This LS was built sometime in 1820 during the Spanish era and was made of adobe with 2-ft in thickness. In 1956, roofing of the dwelling house was repaired through the effort of public works of Catbalogan, Western Samar. In 1975, the gallary and roofing of power house was reconstructed through the efforts of public works of Catarman, Northern Samar. In 1998, the rooftop of the tower was demolished by the team from John Holland Construction Philippines Inc.

PHOTOGRAPHER: CEDRICK VINCENT GALLANOSA

08/08/2025

08/08/2025

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐏𝐎𝟐 𝐏𝐚𝐮𝐥 𝐀𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐰 𝐌. 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚 𝐏𝐂𝐆!

Today, we celebrate not only your special day but also your remarkable dedication and leadership as POIC Logistics, Maritime Safety Services Unit Bicol.

May this year bring you continued success, joy, and fulfillment in all your endeavors. Thank you for your invaluable contributions to the Maritime Safety Services Unit Bicol.

Enjoy your day and may God continue to bless and guide you always.🎂

08/08/2025

𝐓𝐑𝐎𝐎𝐏𝐒 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐄𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐍 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐇 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐂𝐔𝐄 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐑

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: The Maritime Safety Services Unit Bicol, through Maritime Rescue Sub-Center Bicol personnel led by ENS MARCO PAULO M BELEN PCG, conducted a Troops Information and Education (TI&E) session on the Maritime Search and Rescue (SAR) Planner aboard HCGDBCL Function Hall, Rawis, Legazpi City, Albay.

A total of twenty-three (23) personnel from the Coast Guard District Bicol Operations, Command Center and Coast Guard Station Albay participated in the activity.

The TI&E aimed to equip participants with the necessary knowledge and skills in maritime search and rescue planning, ensuring readiness and efficiency in responding to maritime emergencies.

[Photos by: ASN Jolan C Cabiling PCG]

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05/08/2025

𝐆𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒: The Maritime Safety Services Unit Bicol Family extends its heartfelt congratulations and deepest appreciation to the newly promoted Non-Officers of the Philippine Coast Guard:

ASN Roberto T Anocop Jr PCG
ASN Mark Christopher D Napa PCG
ASN Danilo C Palacio Jr PCG
ASN Louie Jay D Ortega PCG
ASN Jolan C Cabiling PCG
ASN Robert V Ramos PCG
ASN Johnel E Peningolo PCG

Your well-deserved advancement reflects your unwavering dedication, perseverance, and commitment to maritime safety.

May you continue to embody the values of the Philippine Coast Guard with honor and dedication. Rest assured that MSSU-BCL remains committed to supporting your growth and professional development in the field of maritime safety services.

Once again, greetings from your MSSU Bicol Family!

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18/07/2025

𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐒𝐄 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐒 𝐑𝐎𝐂𝐊 𝐈𝐈, 𝐏𝐔𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐔𝐓𝐀 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐀𝐁𝐀𝐎 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐎 𝐅𝐔𝐋𝐋 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐒

𝐆𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒: The Maritime Safety Services Unit Bicol Field Maintenance Installation Team (FMIT) together with its lighthouse keepers have successfully repaired and replaced Aids to Navigation (ATON) equipment of LS CALANTAS ROCK II on 11 July 2025 at Calintaan Island, Matnog Sorsogon, LS PULANDUTA on 15 July 2025 at Balud, Masbate, and LS MATABAO on 16 July 2025 at Brgy. Matabao, Butuan, Masbate.

LS CALANTAS ROCK II
Classification: Secondary
Flashing Characteristics: Flashing red light every 10 seconds
Status: Fully Operating as of 11 July 2025

LS PULANDUTA Particulars
Classification: Tertiary
Flashing Characteristics: Flashing 2 white light every 4 seconds
Status: Fully Operating as of 15 July 2025

LS MATABAO Particulars
Classification: Secondary
Flashing Characteristics: Flashing white light every 5 seconds
Status: Fully Operating as of 16 July 2025

This endeavor is part of the continuing commitment of the Maritime Safety Services Unit Bicol to uphold the reliability and visibility of maritime navigational aids within its area of responsibility. The successful restoration of LS CALANTAS ROCK II, LS PULANDUTA and LS MATABAO significantly enhances navigational safety in the waters surrounding Matnog, Sorsogon, Balud and Butuan, Masbate, ensuring safer passage of vessels and local fisherfolk operating in Sorsogon and Masbate.

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