A major section of the Bukidnon, Davao highway collapsed on July 17, 2026, cutting off traffic between Davao City, Bukidnon, and Cagayan de Oro City. The incident occurred around 7 p.m. in Sitio Marahan, Barangay Marilog, Davao City, when a landslide rendered the vital route impassable to all vehicles. Authorities immediately closed the affected stretch and began assessments of the damage. Engineers are working to restore access, though the highway remains closed to most traffic. The landslide was triggered by weeks of continuous rainfall that had saturated the soil in a landslide-prone area. According to Dean Ortiz, a spokesperson for the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Region 11, the conditions created a perfect storm for the collapse. The region has faced persistent monsoon rains, increasing the likelihood of such disasters. Residents in the vicinity were evacuated after signs of ground movement were observed, though no injuries were reported as of Saturday morning. Motorists are being directed to use alternative routes, including the Datu Ladayon, Marahan, Katipunan, Cotabato, connection to Camp 1 in Maramag, Bukidnon. This detour adds approximately 30 minutes to travel times. While some vehicles, such as motorcycles and tricycles, are permitted to pass through a narrow section of the damaged road, the majority of traffic must divert. The DPWH has emphasized that these alternate routes are temporary and that efforts are underway to expedite repairs. Another significant landslide occurred earlier in the week, affecting the Bukidnon, Davao Road near Sitio Balakayo, Barangay Kalagangan, San Fernando, Bukidnon. This incident, triggered by heavy rains and the impact of Super Typhoon Inday on July 6, buried a large section of the highway. The DPWH estimates that clearing the site will require several months, with an anticipated removal of 80,000 to 100,000 cubic meters of debris. Shara Vinessa Garcia, a spokesperson for the DPWH Bukidnon 1st District Engineering Office, stated that additional equipment has been deployed to accelerate the cleanup process, although progress is hindered by ongoing monsoonal rains. Despite these challenges, local residents have taken matters into their own hands, creating makeshift paths across the landslide sites. Teacher Jei Capao reported that a motorcycle belonging to a fish vendor was buried by another landslide on July 21. Although no injuries were reported, the DPWH has urged local governments to discourage the use of these dangerous footpaths, where individuals reportedly charge fees for crossing the road. Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon is set to inspect the Sitio Marahan landslide site on July 23, as part of broader efforts to evaluate long-term engineering solutions. Ortiz noted that initial inspections by DPWH officials recommended strengthening the reconstruction of the damaged road. Ongoing assessments aim to identify the most effective interventions to prevent future collapses. Traffic management and road improvement efforts continue to address the growing congestion in the affected areas. Both the Sitio Marahan and Sitio Balakayo land slides highlight the vulnerability of critical infrastructure in the region, underscoring the need for improved disaster preparedness and climate resilience strategies. As the DPWH works to restore access, the community faces the challenge of navigating disrupted travel routes amid ongoing environmental threats.
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Philippine Daily InquirerNeovisanSredinaČinjenice 85Objektivnost 85prije 4 danaZemljotres je prouzročio kolaps dijela autoceste Bukidnon-Davao 17. srpnja 2026. godine, što je učinilo vitalnu rutu neprehodnom. Incident je poremetio putovanje između grada Davao, Bukidnona i grada Cagayan de Oro. Vlasti su zatvorile pogođeni dio i savjetovale vozačima da koriste alternativni put, dodajući otprilike 30 minuta vremenu putovanja. Odjel za javna djela i autoceste (DPWH) pripisao je kolaps dugotrajnim kišama koje su zasićile tlo u području sklonom klizištima. Inženjeri procjenjuju štetu i planiraju napore obnove. Lokalne vlasti evakuirale su obližnje stanovnike nakon što su promatrale znakove kretanja tla, iako nije prijavljeno povrijeđenih.
Procjena pristranosti (Sredina): Članak predstavlja činjenično izvješće o prirodnoj katastrofi i njenom utjecaju na infrastrukturu, bez da otvoreno favorizira bilo koji politički stav.
Zašto činjenice (85): This article provides specific dates and times of the landslide, quotes DPWH officials, and confirms the closure of the highway. It aligns closely with other sources regarding the cause, impact, and current status of the road. The mention of evacuation and partial house burial is supported by other
Zašto objektivnost (85): The article maintains a neutral tone, presenting facts from multiple sources including officials and local authorities. It avoids emotional language and focuses on reporting the situation objectively.
Philippine Daily InquirerNeovisanSredinaČinjenice 80Objektivnost 85prije 8 h Šef DPWH-a u DavaoVeliki zemljotres dogodio se 17. srpnja u Sitio Marahanu, Barangay Marilog District, Davao City, uzrokovan neprekidnim monsunskim kišama. Incident je prekinuo cestu BukidnonDavao, prekidajući glavnu vezu između Davao City, Bukidnon i Cagayan de Oro. Kao rezultat toga, većini vozila trenutno je zabranjeno koristiti pogođeni dio ceste, iako je motociklima i trotociklima dopušteno prolaziti oprezno kroz uski dio oštećene ceste.
Procjena pristranosti (Sredina): Članak pruža činjenične informacije o prirodnoj katastrofi i kasnijoj procjeni infrastrukture bez da otvoreno favorizira bilo koju političku stranu.
Zašto činjenice (80): The article confirms the date of the landslide, mentions the inspection by the DPWH chief, and aligns with other reports on the closure of the road and the need for alternative routes. It references previous events like the July 17 incident and the ongoing assessments, which are consistent with othe
Zašto objektivnost (85): The article is presented in a neutral manner, focusing on official statements and the current state of the road. It does not introduce personal opinions or emotional commentary, maintaining a balanced perspective.
Philippine Daily InquirerNeovisanSredinaČinjenice 75Objektivnost 80prije 5 h Čišćenje otpada s Bukidnon puta može potrajati 4 mjeseca.Veliki klizište u San Fernandonu, Bukidnon, uzrokovano obilnim kišama pogoršanim super tajfunom Inday, blokiralo je kritični autocestu koji povezuje Bukidnon s Davao del Norteom. Odjel za javna djela i autoceste (DPWH) procjenjuje da će čišćenje otpada od 80.000 do 100.000 kubnih metara tla, stijena, stabala i drugih materijala trajati otprilike četiri mjeseca. Rad je ometnut tekućim kišama iz jugozapadnog monsuna. Mještani su stvorili neformalnu stazu preko mjesta klizišta, naplaćujući naknade za prolazak motociklista, unatoč rizicima.
Procjena pristranosti (Sredina): Članak izvješćuje o prirodnoj katastrofi i naporima za popravak infrastrukture, fokusirajući se na tehničke detalje kao što su količina krhotina i vremenski okvir za uklanjanje.
Zašto činjenice (75): The article reports on the DPWH's estimate of 80,000 to 100,000 cubic meters of debris needing clearance, aligns with the cross-source consensus that the cleanup will take several months, and mentions the cause of the landslide (heavy rains and typhoon Inday). It also includes details about local ef
Zašto objektivnost (80): The article presents information neutrally, quoting officials and providing context without apparent bias. It describes both the DPWH's efforts and local challenges without overtly favoring either side.
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