803rd Squadron PCGA

16/06/2026

RAGDARI and 803rd Suqdron (QRT) on Actions on Response to the June 8, 2026 Earthquake 7.8M..

Call for action for the affected areas, Municipality of Sarangani Balot Island and Jose Abad Santos....

Action No. 1
Restoration of Radio Communication System and operation of MDRRMO SARANGANI BALOT ISLAND
(Communication is vital particular in the internal communication MDRRMO for the relief and rehabilitation operation...

Both for internal operation communication and external / outgoing communication of MDRRMO SARANGANI BALOT ISLAND.....

Our group have prepared and provided the following equipments and materials:
For MDRRMO SARANGANI BALOT ISLAND..

RADIOs
1. DR1X YAESU REPEATER
2. Kenwood 281 Mobile Base
3. Yaesu FTM 100 mobile base. Dual band radio.
4. Portable radio 5 units

Antennas
1. Vary loop 2 loops
2. Homebrew antenna G7 model
3. Quarter wave with coaxial
4. Split dipole antenna dual band (UHF -VHF)

Coaxial cable RG 58
Coaxial cable RG 8

Digital SWR

Electrical tape and rubber tape

Switching power supply

OBJECTIVE:
INSTALLED AND OPERATIONALIZED A VHF REPEATER STATION

AND

ESTABLISHED A BASED STATION INTENDED FOR EXTERNAL AND OUTGOING COMMUNICATION TO OTHER'S AGENCIES AND OFFICE..

ACTION NO. 2
SUPPORT COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT TO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (DOH XI)
for their Medical Team
Deployment..

6 UNITS OF POC RADIO
(units are from fellow RAGDARIANS)
The POC RADIOs were used for DOH OPERATION CENTER AND medical teams a deployed at Jose Abad Santos and Sarangani Balot Island....

Thank you to the Following RAGDARIANS who it happened And accomplished the mission, and to all RAGDARIANS who are with us on this journey....

1. Mark Anthony Edullantes DW9ME
2. Victor Villarin DU9BC
3. Edwin Lacuata Belgado DU9IUA
4. Mary Jay G Emuy DW9MJB
5. GILBERT VINA DW9JDV
6. Regel Kent C. Algones DW9BOK
7. Aux EnsbClifford Maat Vallo PCGA DV9IGU
8. Jake Caspi DY9FNJ
9. Kent Gregor Jao Abad DW9ILZ
10. Norman Aspilla 4I9AN
11. Joenilo Pulgo DW9JMT
12. Paquito Temblor 4H9IQY
13. Nilson Fernandez DW9BPN
14. Cecel Pellerin DY9KPO & Jeve
15. Joshua Tree Peter Edwin Gura DW9BPP..
16. Mark Julius Hilot DW9MJ
17 .Aux Lucio Oberez Campa-an PCGA

14/06/2026

A RADIO AMATEUR GROUP
(DX9RAG) RAGDARI and 803RD SQUADRON PCGA

Following the magnitude 8 earthquake in Sarangani Province on June 8, 2026, severe damage was sustained in Davao Occidental, particularly in Jose Abad Santos, Glan, and Balut Island.

​The next day, June 9, 2026, the PNPCES team communicated with Aux Ens Vallo of the PCGA through Staff Diosdado. Their goal was to find a solution to the collapse of telecommunication sites across the Davao Occidental region. Additionally, several radio communication towers belonging to various agencies were devastated, causing the PNPCES to lose direct contact with multiple towns.

​Because of this, immediate first-response measures were taken to address the problem.
​Led by the radio amateur group DX9RAG, the R.E.T.T. (Rapid Emergency Telecom Team) was immediately activated under the leadership of Bayani Alvarado (DV9BMA). The group decided to coordinate with inter-agency partners to provide an urgent solution for radio communication. This involved setting up temporary radio equipment on Balut Island to re-establish direct contact with different agencies and to provide live updates from the affected area.

​On June 13, DX9RAG coordinated with the ICP (Incident Command Post), and several pieces of radio communication equipment were promptly loaded onto a Philippine Navy vessel to be deployed to Balut Island.

​The 803rd Squadron extends its heartfelt gratitude to the DX9RAG group, specifically acknowledging the following individuals:

​Bayani Alvarado (DV9BMA) RAGDARI
AUX ENS​ CLIFFORD VALLO PCGA
(DV9IGU) RAGDARI
​Jake Casapi (DY9FNH) RAGDARI
​Kent Gregor Jao Abad (DW9ILZ) RAGDARI
​Mark Anthony Edullantes (DW9ME) RAGDARI
AUX 1 LUCIO O CAMPA-AN PCGA

​Special thanks also go out for the equipment sent by:
​Victor Ditchilla (DU9BC) RAGDARI

​DX9RAG (RAGDARI) affiliated members and partners include: DICT (GECS: Government Emergency Telecommunications System), OCD XI (R.E.T.T.: Rapid Emergency Telecom Team), PARA (Philippine Amateur Radio Association), and NTC XI.

​Long live the Ragdari Group (DX9RAG)!

10/06/2026

Make a difference!
Join the Sea Scout Sentinels: A Youth Disaster Volunteer Initiative.

Volunteer and join the 803rd Division 1’s initiative for a long-term community engagement activity and be part of a team who will help us to advocate our maritime missions: Marine and Environmental Protection, Community Relations, Disaster Response and Relief Support.

Last call will be on June 26, 2026

Inquire here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXLwJIFqtiP8judnyRPV5Ay4jgWAY0IOllxf0ruMErd3QW7A/viewform

Disclaimer: The Sea Scout Sentinel is a program initiated by the 803rd Division 01 as part of its advocacy for community engagement and adhere to its maritime duties. Its prospective volunteers are an entity different to the aspirants and members of the Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary Service which requires a different pathway of the stringent body and does not define nor state as an equal affiliation to the involved agency.
Make a difference!
Join the Sea Scout Sentinels: A Youth Disaster Volunteer Initiative.

Volunteer and join the 803rd Division 1’s initiative for a long-term community engagement activity and be part of a team who will help us to advocate our maritime missions: Marine and Environmental Protection, Community Relations, Disaster Response and Relief Support.

Last call will be on June 26, 2026

Inquire here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXLwJIFqtiP8judnyRPV5Ay4jgWAY0IOllxf0ruMErd3QW7A/viewform

Disclaimer: The Sea Scout Sentinel is a program initiated by the 803rd Division 01 as part of its advocacy for community engagement and adhere to its maritime duties. Its prospective volunteers are an entity different to the aspirants and members of the Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary Service which requires a different pathway of the stringent body and does not define nor state as an equal affiliation to the involved agency.

08/06/2026

Davao City experienced a magnitude 7.8 earthquake today, June 8, 2026. QUICK RESPONSE TEAM(QRT) of the 803rd Squadron, PCGA, immediately activated. The team led by AUX LT DUKE BRANDON GARCIA PCGA and AUX LTJG JOHN LHAR TAMESIS PCGA responded to Calinan Proper to assist and conduct a situational report, which was subsequently shared with the CDRRMO. the QRT was coordinated to Division Squadron Director of 803.1 Division.

June 8, 2026

Subject: 7.8 Earthquake Incident Report (Calinan Proper, Davao City)

1. SITUATION SUMMARY
At approximately 0800H, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake occurred in Sarangani and was felt throughout Davao City. At approximately 0815H, Division 1 officers and Rescue Medics/Safety Officers conducted a safety audit of nearby affected institutions and buildings in Calinan. The initial survey transitioned into a response and evaluation operation due to secondary incidents following the earthquake. The majority of these cases involved dyspnea and respiratory distress, which were handled in coordination with other local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) units. Division 1 Officers executed all necessary measures accordingly.

Safety audits, risk assessments, and hazard identifications were conducted across four (4) major institutions in coordination with their respective in-house safety teams:

Calinan National High School

Holy Cross College of Calinan

St. Francis School of Davao

Philippine Nikkei Jin Kai

2. MEASURES EXECUTED
Conducted rapid visual screening of older masonry and non-engineered structures, particularly after strong secondary aftershocks occurred.

Verified structural stability in collapse-prone zones, institutions, and adjacent areas around Calinan during prolonged secondary shaking.

Coordinated with allied resources to ensure all students, personnel, and civilians were fully accounted for.

All responding resources—including the PCGA 803rd Division 1, Calinan Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), Philippine National Police (PNP), and Calinan Barangay DRRM (BDRRM)—were positioned at the designated standby area for further response. The operation officially adjourned at 1100H, with thorough structural assessments to be conducted later by higher authorities.

3. ACTIONS TAKEN
Deployment Details: Deployed to four (4) institutions while screening public areas for structural damage and secondary hazards.

Inter-Agency Coordination: PCGA 803rd Div 1, BFP Calinan, PNP, and Calinan BDRRM.

Rescue / Medical / Evacuation Operations: Extracted and treated seven (7) medical casualties:

1 x Syncope (Fainting)

4 x Respiratory Distress

2 x Dyspnea

4. PERSONNEL & ASSETS
Quick Response Team:

AUX LTJG JOHN LHAR TAMESIS, PCGA, AEMT

AUX LT DUKE BRANDON GARCIA, PCGA, CP-C

Assets Utilized:

1 x Private Rescue Vehicle

Equipment: Medical Kit, BLS Kit, Trauma Kit, Responder Rig

5. CASUALTY REPORT
Total Affected Persons: 7

Ill/Injured: 7

Fatalities: 0

Missing: 0

Transported: 1

Note: Patient names are withheld in compliance with medical confidentiality protocols.

6. CURRENT STATUS
Incident Status: Resolved (7 out of 7 cases managed)

Patient Status: 6 patients refused transport; 1 patient transported to a medical facility.

Operation Status: Adjourned

7. ISSUES / CONCERNS
Operational Challenges: Successfully coordinated all participating resources.

Safety Concerns: High civilian-to-responder ratio.

Resource Gaps: Critical shortage of oral glucose and electrolytes.

8. RECOMMENDATIONS
Suggested Actions: Secure funding or logistics pipelines to procure oral glucose, electrolytes, and additional medical consumables for the squadron's medical kits.

Additional Support Needed: Request reinforcement personnel or joint community training to address the high civilian-to-responder ratio during mass casualty incidents.

Preventive Measures: Conduct regular earthquake drills and pre-disaster hazard mapping with the four identified institutions to streamline evacuation routes before higher agencies clear the buildings.

Concurrently, AUX ENS. ARMANDO ANDOHOYAN JR PCGA responded to a fire incident along Torres St., Davao City. Among the structures destroyed by the fire were the prominent Davao Convention Center and a nearby private residential property.

30/05/2026

Back in March 2026, the 803rd Squadron hosted a free amateur radio seminar to fulfill the first requirement for those dreaming of securing their personal radio operator license from the NTC. Fast forward to April, NTC XI conducted the official Radio Operator Examination—and we are thrilled to share that several personnel from the 803rd Squadron successfully passed the test! This milestone was achieved thanks to the incredible teamwork and support of the Radio Amateur group, RAGDARI (DX9RAG).

​The entire 803rd Squadron family proudly congratulates all our new Radio Operator License passers this April 2026! We also send our heartfelt thanks to RAGDARI (DX9RAG) for a highly successful review and orientation seminar. Cheers to stronger communication lifelines!

18/05/2026

𝐂𝐃𝐑𝐑𝐌𝐎-𝐎𝐏𝐂𝐄𝐍 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘:
Issued at 10:53 PM | May 18, 2026

Due to the moderate to heavy rainfall associated with the Easterlies, the water level of the 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 along Barangay Matina Pangi is currently monitored at 𝗖𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗱 (𝘊𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘓𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭) and increasing.

With this, the BDRRMCs of Matina Pangi, Matina Crossing, and Matina Aplaya are advised to prepare their evacuation areas, conduct pre-emptive evacuation of residents living along riverbanks and low-lying areas, and provide feedback to the CDRRMO–OPCEN Apo Base regarding any changes in the situation.

Meanwhile, the PUBLIC is reminded to be vigilant and address the situation accordingly.

Stay safe!

#𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲
#𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐨𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲𝐃𝐑𝐑𝐌𝐎

22/04/2026

Preparedness is not a choice—it’s a responsibility.

19/04/2026

18/04/2026

Earthquake Information No.1
Date and Time: 18 April 2026 - 04:45 PM
Magnitude = 3.8
Depth = 143 km
Location = 06.61°N, 126.05°E - 005 km S 29° W of Governor Generoso (Davao Oriental)

Source: DOST-PHIVOLCS