WISAR Philippines - Bicol Chapter

17/03/2026

March 9-11, 2026, The Campsite, Mt. Masaraga, Ligao, Albay—WISAR PH Bicol Chapter in coordination with First Gen (Energy Development Corp), headed by Michael “Mighty Mike” Odiongan and organized by WISARPH Bicol, facilitated a three-day training on Technical Rope Rescue with the objective to strengthen the skills and capabilities of government agencies and volunteer responders in Bicol region during SAR operations.

The event was a attended by WISARPH members, FBMI (Federation of Bicolano Mountaineers), and CDRRMO Ligao. The participants learned the fundamentals of rope rescue from safety awareness, knot tying, anchoring, stoke basket and sked patient packaging, lowering and hauling, monopole operation, and use of various mechanical and non-mechanical equipment in steep and high-angle situations.

We would like to thank all the participants, the organizing committee, The Campsite (Joel Ducante), our kitchen team (Anonuevo bros),Ligao LGU, and our instructor Mighty Mike for making this event safe and successful.

08/12/2025

‘Tis the season to gather and feast.

November 29, 2025, Malinao, Albay—WISAR Bicol Chapter members and their families celebrated the holiday season with a simple get-together feast. We also took the opportunity to review the year’s events and achievements, discuss the IRR, and share future plans for the organization.

We would like to thank our generous sponsors for adding extra smiles for our hardworking volunteers. Indeed, this year was a huge feat but we look forward to more this coming 2026.

Happy Holidays!

03/12/2025

Dec 2-3, 2025, Nabua, Camarines Sur—WISARPH Bicol Chapter was invited to co-facilitate the executive course on water and land rescue operations. Spearheaded by the Philippine Coast Guard Bicol District, the two-day event was organized to train and equip the local responders in Nabua with additional skills in life saving. The activities included LAST concept in search and rescue operations and improvisation techniques as well as water survival and rescue maneuvers.

We would like to thank PCG Bicol District, sir Jun Bongao (Project MAYA), Buboy Lagunday, the local government unit of Nabua and the rest of the attendees for their trust and support.

Mabalos! ANG BAWAT ISA AY IISA!

07/11/2025

November 7, 2025—During the celebration of the 69th NSWF anniversary, WISAR PH Bicol Chapter was awarded a plaque of recognition, received by chapter members Julius Cruzat, Fernan Camu, Joseph Villaranda, Michael Brizuela, and Alex Martinez.

The chapter would like to give its utmost appreciation and gratitude to our friends in the Navy for this recognition. It is an honor to be working side by side not only with the uniformed personnel but the rest of the government and non-government agencies in times of disaster, training, and of course, good times.

22/10/2025

October 22, 2025—WISAR Philippines - Bicol Chapter commemorates the anniversary of the event that led to the Project MAYA initiative; the passing of Maya during the height of TS Kristine flooding in Naga City.

The entire WISAR PH community sends it heartfelt support to the family and friends of the bereaved. May this be a sound reminder to everyone to be prepared at all times and be more vigilant in preserving lives in times of calamities.

Two-zero para kay Maya!

25/09/2025

TROPICAL CYCLONE BULLETIN NR. 9
Severe Tropical Storm (BUALOI)
Issued at 11:00 AM, 25 September 2025
Valid for broadcast until the next bulletin at 2:00 PM today.

TROPICAL CYCLONE WIND SIGNALS (TCWS) IN EFFECT
TCWS No. 2
Wind threat: Gale-force winds
Luzon:
Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur,Catanduanes, Albay, Sorsogon, and the northern portion of Masbate(Aroroy, Baleno, City of Masbate, Mobo,Uson, Dimasalang, Palanas, Cataingan,Pio V. Corpuz) including Ticao and Burias Islands

TRACK AND INTENSITY OUTLOOK

• It must be emphasized that heavy rainfall, severe winds, and storm surge may still be experienced in localities outside the landfall point and the forecast confidence cone. Refer to the hoisted Wind Signals (for direct wind threat of the tropical cyclone) and “Other Hazards affecting Land Areas” for more details. Furthermore, the track may still shift more to the north or to the south but within the limit of the forecast confidence cone.

• OPONG will continue moving west northwestward while approaching Eastern Visayas – Southern Luzon area. On the forecast track, it may pass close to Northern Samar or may make landfall over Bicol Region by tomorrow (26 September) morning or early afternoon and cross Southern Luzon throughout Friday. Afterwards, OPONG will emerge over the West Philippine Sea and exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility on Saturday (27 September) afternoon or evening.

• OPONG will continue to intensify while over the Philippine Sea and may reach typhoon category before making landfall over Bicol Region. However, due to marginally favorable environment, there is a possibility that OPONG may remain a severe tropical storm pre-landfall. Nevertheless, it is expected to weaken as it crosses the archipelago. Re-intensification is highly likely once OPONG emerges over the West Philippine Sea.

-DOST-PAGASA

25/09/2025

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NDRRMC(3:40AM, 25Sep25)Asahan 2-3metro taas ng alon at storm surge dulot ni Bagyong OPONG. Humanda sa paglikas ang nasa mababang lugar na nasa tabing dagat.

26/04/2025

16/04/2025

Skill enhancement training of WISAR operators for Swiftwater Rescue initiated by Wisar Philippines-Bicol Chapter last February. Getting ready and prepared for future operations. Thanks Wisar Ph Media team for capturing this momentous event!

15/04/2025

Our leaders setting a good example in humanitarian efforts..welcome home and salute po sa inyo!