Coast Guard District Southern Tagalog

30/09/2025

𝐒𝐀𝐌𝐀-𝐒𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐀𝐆𝐊𝐈𝐋𝐎𝐒 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐀 𝐒𝐀 𝐌𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐒 𝐍𝐀 𝐊𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐓𝐀𝐍!

𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐍𝐀𝐍: Aktibong nakiisa ang Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) Station Occidental Mindoro sa isinagawang 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧-𝐮𝐩 𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐬 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 sa Aroma Beach, San Jose, Occidental Mindoro ngayong araw, ika-30 ng Setyembre 2025.

Ang aktibidad ay pinangunahan ng NICA Occidental Mindoro bilang bahagi ng selebrasyon ng Maritime and Archipelagic Nation Awareness Month 2025.

Naging matagumpay ang naturang aktibidad sa pagtutulungan ng mga tauhan mula sa NICA Occidental Mindoro, PCG Occidental Mindoro, PCG Auxiliary 506th Squadron, Philippine National Police Occidental Mindoro at ng mga mangingisda mula sa Barangay Bubog, San Jose.

Layunin ng inisyatiba na mapanatiling malinis ang kapaligiran at sabay na maipaabot ang agarang tulong sa mga pamilyang nangangailangan sa komunidad.

30/09/2025

𝐂𝐆𝐃𝐒𝐓𝐋 𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐍𝐒 𝟑𝐑𝐃 𝐑𝐔𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐑-𝐔𝐏 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝟏𝐒𝐓 𝐂𝐎𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐆𝐔𝐀𝐑𝐃 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐄

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: The Coast Guard District Southern Tagalog (CGDSTL) earned 3rd Runner-Up honors in the 1st Coast Guard Challenge held on 29 September 2025, as part of the pre-anniversary events for the 124th Philippine Coast Guard Anniversary. CGDSTL shared the position with the Coast Guard Education, Training and Doctrine Command (CGETDC), distinguishing themselves among 21 competing teams nationwide.

The CGDSTL team was composed of dedicated personnel from its Organic Unit, Nursing Service Sub-Unit–Southern Tagalog, CGWEISC STL-RC and the Special Operations Unit–Southern Tagalog.

The overall winners were Coast Guard District Bicol as Champion, Coast Guard Special Operations Force in 1st Place, and Coast Guard District North Western Luzon in 2nd Place.

The competition featured seven demanding stages designed to test endurance, technical skills, and teamwork under pressure. Events included a squad run, semaphore signaling, life-saving and CPR demonstration, one-man carry rescue, rifle assembly and disassembly, knot-tying relay, and a mystery stage that combined rubber boat carrying with vessel parts examination.

In his message, Admiral Ronnie Gil L. Gavan, Commandant of the Philippine Coast Guard, commended all participants for their unity, strength, and determination. He emphasized that the challenge went beyond competition, showcasing teamwork, tactics, and the pioneering spirit of the first-ever Coast Guard Challenge.

29/09/2025

𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄: The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported the successful extraction of MV SOLID HARMONY on 29 September 2025 after the vessel ran aground in San Agustin, Romblon during the height of Severe Tropical Storm Opong.

CGS Romblon confirmed that no traces of oil spill were observed in the surrounding waters during the extraction. Following the underwater hull assessment, which revealed no significant damage sustained during the grounding incident, further coordination was made with the Local Government Unit to facilitate an environmental damage assessment.

This initiative aims to ensure a thorough evaluation of any potential impacts on marine ecosystems, including coral reefs, the seabed, and nearby coastal areas.

Moreover, the vessel was subjected to inspection by the Maritime Industry Authority to ensure its seaworthiness, with priority given to the safety of lives, property, and the marine environment.

29/09/2025

𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐍𝐀𝐍: Patuloy na clearing operations sa bayan ng Romblon bilang tugon sa pinsalang iniwan ng Bagyong Opong, isinagawa kahapon, ika-28 ng Setyembre 2025.

Pinangunahan ito ng Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), kasama ang Coast Guard Station (CGS) Romblon, Coast Guard Sub-Station (CGSS) Romblon, at mga OPCON units.

Ang pagtutulungan ng bawat ahensya ay patunay ng malasakit at dedikasyon sa serbisyo, lalo na sa panahon ng sakuna.

Sama-sama tayong babangon, Romblon!




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29/09/2025

𝐏𝐂𝐆 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐒 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝐎𝐍 𝐌𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐈𝐏𝐋𝐄 𝐕𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐋 𝐀𝐆𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐎𝐑𝐎 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐑𝐎𝐌𝐁𝐋𝐎𝐍

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), in coordination with partner agencies and local government units, continues its monitoring, assessment, and response operations following multiple vessel agrounding incidents in Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro, and Looc Bay, Romblon.

BARGE JULIENNE, BARGE BIG JOY, BARGE BIG GLORY
The Maritime Safety Services Unit – Southern Tagalog (MSSU-STL) will conduct investigation and onboard assessment to determine any possible damages to the vessels. PCG divers conducted underwater inspections on barges Big Glory, Big Joy, and Julienne. The team reported no visible damage and all hull breaches. Meanwhile divers from the Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO) and PNP Maritime Group (MARIG) surveyed the seabed where Barges Big Joy and Julienne ran aground.

MTUG Brave successfully initiated extraction operations on Barge Big Joy which was safely pulled away from the shoreline of Brgy. Tabinay and moored alongside Barge Big Glory and MTUG Action.

MV JUNE ASTER
CGSS Puerto Galera has implemented the extraction order, alongside MARINA’s suspension of the vessel’s Cargo Ship Safety Certificate. MSSU-STL has completed an initial interview and will board the vessel for further evaluation. Towing operations for the vessel will commence upon arrival of motor tug which is expected to arrive on 29 September 2025. Meanwhile, PCG divers, MENRO, and PNP MARIG divers are set to conduct underwater and seabed inspections at the grounding site.

MV BINIBINING CORON, MV FASTCAT M7
In Looc Bay, Romblon, two vessels that had run aground were successfully extracted. CGSS Looc confirmed that no traces or signs of oil spill were observed in the surrounding waters. The station also coordinated directly with the Local Government Unit to request technical support for the scheduled joint assessment on 29 September 2025. This evaluation will focus on identifying potential environmental and structural impacts resulting from the grounding incident, including damage to coral reefs, the seabed, and nearby coastal facilities.

Moreover, the vessels were subjected to MARINA inspection beforehand to ensure their seaworthiness, prioritizing the safety of lives, property, and the environment.

The PCG assures the public that all necessary precautionary and safety measures are being enforced to prevent environmental damage and ensure maritime safety in the affected areas.

28/09/2025

𝐂𝐆𝐃𝐒𝐓𝐋 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐒 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊 𝐅𝐔𝐍 𝐑𝐔𝐍

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: In celebration of the 26th National Maritime Week, the Coast Guard District Southern Tagalog (CGDSTL) joined the five-kilometer fun run organized by the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) on September 27, 2025, at Barangay Sta. Clara, Batangas City.

The activity aimed to promote health, fitness, and community participation in meaningful programs. It also served as an opportunity to strengthen camaraderie and teamwork among different sectors.

As a testament to their dedication and excellence, CGDSTL representatives earned recognition during the event. Niño Balconaya finished as the Champion with an impressive time of 17 minutes and 9 seconds. Commander Paul Vincent La Rosa, PCG, Chief Nurse of the Nursing Service Sub-Unit Southern Tagalog, placed 1st Runner-Up with a time of 23 minutes and 32 seconds. Meanwhile, Seaman First Class Symond Guillermo, PCG, secured 2nd Runner-Up in his category with a time of 23 minutes and 49 seconds.

These accomplishments highlight the commitment of CGDSTL not only to service but also to promoting physical wellness and unity within the community.

27/09/2025

𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐓 𝐏𝐎 𝐒𝐀 𝐈𝐍𝐘𝐎! 🫡

Buong-pusong pasasalamat sa lahat ng rescuer at volunteer na walang sawang tumutulong sa mga naapektuhan ng Bagyong .

Ingat po kayo!

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MARAMING SALAMAT PO SA INYO! 🫡

Buong-pusong pasasalamat sa lahat ng rescuer at volunteer na walang sawang tumutulong sa mga naapektuhan ng Bagyong . Ingat po kayo!

27/09/2025

𝐏𝐂𝐆 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐒 𝐆𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐅𝐈𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐕𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐋 𝐈𝐍 𝐎𝐂𝐂𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐎𝐑𝐎

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is closely monitoring the fishing vessel, FV JISHUN 2, a Philippine Registered Vessel which ran aground approximately 10 meters from the shoreline of Sitio Pamustusin, Barangay Harrison, Paluan, Occidental Mindoro on 27 September 2025.

Personnel from Coast Guard Sub-Station (CGSS) Paluan, while conducting a coastal security patrol, observed the vessel in its grounded position and immediately proceeded to assess the situation. Coordination was made with the vessel’s Master to determine the circumstances leading to the incident.

According to the Master, FV JISHUN 2 departed Barangay Tayamaan, Mamburao on 23 September 2025 to seek shelter at Sitio Pamustusin. On 26 September at around 3:25 PM, the vessel attempted to maneuver amid strong waves and heavy rainfall, which caused poor visibility. During the maneuver, the anchor line became entangled with the propeller, resulting in loss of control and eventual grounding on a sandy seabed at about 4:32 PM.

Upon inspection, CGSS Paluan confirmed that no oil spill occurred and all crew members are in good physical condition. The Coast Guard advised the Master to notify the vessel owner to request towing assistance and to file a Marine Protest in accordance with maritime procedures.

The PCG assures the public that close monitoring, environmental inspections, and safety measures are being undertaken to prevent any potential hazards while awaiting proper marine services for the safe extraction of the vessel.

27/09/2025

𝐂𝐎𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐆𝐔𝐀𝐑𝐃 𝐍𝐔𝐑𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐒 𝐒𝐈𝐌𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐄𝐎𝐔𝐒 𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐈𝐂 𝐋𝐈𝐅𝐄 𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐈𝐍 𝐒𝐎𝐔𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐍 𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐋𝐎𝐆

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: The Coast Guard District Southern Tagalog (CGDSTL) through the initiatives of the Nursing Service Sub-Unit Southern Tagalog and the Medical Station - Southern Tagalog successfully conducted a simultaneous Basic Life Support (BLS) Training for personnel of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on 25 September 2025 at Headquarters CGDSTL, Barangay Sta. Clara, Batangas City.

This activity forms part of the pre-anniversary events in celebration of the Philippine Coast Guard’s 124th Founding Anniversary. It aims to enhance the life-saving capabilities and emergency response preparedness of Coast Guard personnel operating within the district's area of responsibility.

Participants underwent a comprehensive program consisting of lectures and practical exercises designed to equip them with fundamental knowledge and critical skills necessary to effectively respond to medical emergencies.

The Coast Guard Nursing Service emphasized that this simultaneous BLS training not only honors the PCG’s enduring legacy of service but also reflects its commitment to strengthening operational readiness. This initiative underscores the organization’s continued dedication to maritime safety, security, and humanitarian service for the Filipino people.

27/09/2025

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: In response to the aftermath of Severe Tropical Storm Opong, Coast Guard Station (CGS) Southern Quezon Deployable Response Team (DRG) extended vital support and assistance to the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) of Quezon during a relief operation held on 27 September 2025 at Sitio Ayala, Brgy. San Isidro, Zone 3, Tayabas City, Quezon.

CGS Southern Quezon DRG Team 3, in collaboration with PDRRMO Quezon, BDRRMO San Isidro, and representatives from the Philippine Red Cross, facilitated the distribution of food packs and hot meals to affected residents using the Quezon PDRRMC Mobile “Kusina.”




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27/09/2025

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: The Coast Guard Station Occidental Mindoro together with PDRRMO-SAMARICA, MDRRMO San Jose, and Barangay Officials, facilitated the safe return of evacuees in Barangay Murtha, San Jose, Occidental Mindoro.

Residents of Brgy. Murtha had voluntarily evacuated due to flooding, strong winds, and heavy rainfall brought by the storm. On September 27, 2025, a total of 13 families—comprising 4 individuals—were safely escorted from the evacuation center at the Barangay Hall back to their respective homes.

The operation was completed safely and successfully through the joint efforts of all agencies.



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27/09/2025

𝐏𝐂𝐆 𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐒 𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐑𝐄𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐅 𝐄𝐕𝐀𝐂𝐔𝐄𝐄𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐖𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐘𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐓𝐒 𝐎𝐏𝐎𝐍𝐆

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: In the aftermath of Severe Tropical Storm (STS) Opong, the Philippine Coast Guard Station Batangas City swiftly responded to a request from the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office of Batangas City to support repatriation efforts for displaced residents.

The team was promptly deployed to Kumintang Elementary School, Brgy. Kumintang Ilaya, utilizing the PCG Rescue Truck to facilitate the decampment process.
The joint operation focused on the safe and orderly transport of evacuees. A total of 84 families, comprising 307 individuals, were successfully assisted in returning to their respective residences.

This effort underscores the Philippine Coast Guard’s unwavering commitment to public service and disaster response, ensuring that affected communities are supported not only during emergencies but also in their recovery.




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