Marcos Assures Support for Families of Binaliw Landfill Collapse Victims in Cebu City
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. pledged government support for the families affected by the Binaliw landfill collapse in Cebu City, which resulted in 22 deaths and numerous injuries. During a ceremony, he expressed condolences and announced that the government would provide burial assistance and investigate the incident, holding responsible parties accountable. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources has issued a cease-and-desist order to the landfill operator as part of the ongoing investigation.
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. pledged government support and accountability for the families affected by the Binaliw landfill collapse in Cebu City, which occurred on January 8, 2026. During a ceremony for the world's first methanol dual-fuel Kamsarmax bulk carrier in Balamban, Cebu, he expressed condolences and called for a moment of silence for the victims.
As of January 15, the death toll has reached 22, with 18 individuals hospitalized and 14 still missing. The government is providing burial assistance and extending aid to affected families while ensuring those responsible are held accountable. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources has issued a cease-and-desist order to the landfill operator and is investigating the incident.
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