Tacloban City Information Office

Drum and Lyre Competition 2026 is on!

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪 | The excitement is building as the seven contingents gather inside the Balyuan Amphitheater in preparation for the 2026 Drum and Lyre Competition parade.

Participants are set to march at 4:00 PM today.

Miss Tacloban 2026 Candidates Shine in Pre-Pageant Competition

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 | The official candidates of Miss Tacloban 2026 captivated the audience during the Pre-Pageant Competition held on June 12, 2026, at Robinsons Marasbaras.

The candidates showcased their skills during the Talent Competition with impressive song and dance performances. This was followed by the Diwa ng Kalayaan Designers' Competition, where they graced the runway in beautiful creations by local Tacloban designers.

At the end of the program, contestants No. 9, 5, 7, 15, and 14 were named the Top 5 Best in Talent.

Meanwhile, contestants No. 9, 2, 5, 15, and 7 emerged as the Top 5 Diwa ng Kalayaan Runway Standouts for effectively presenting their designers' creations on the runway.

The Top 5 Best Designers were also recognized: Ricky Tenedora and Jonard Bueno (Contestant No. 9), Mark Alain Yao (Contestant No. 2), Jayne Plasabas (Contestant No. 7), Francis Klyde Salarda (Contestant No. 15), and Joven Moran (Contestant No. 5).

The journey to the crown continues as the candidates prepare for the Grand Coronation Night of Miss Tacloban 2026 on June 21, 2026 at Astrodome Tacloban City Convention Center.

DOWNTOWN ROADS TO CLOSE FOR SANGYAW DRUM AND LYRE COMPETITION

𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬 | The Tacloban Traffic Operations Management, Enforcement, and Control Office (TOMECO) announces temporary road closures in connection with the Sangyawan Drum and Lyre Competition today, June 13, 2026.

⏰ 𝗧𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲: 𝟯:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠 – 𝟱:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠
🥁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲: 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟰:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠

The following roads will be temporarily closed to vehicular traffic:
• Magsaysay Boulevard
• J. Romualdez Street
• Rizal Avenue
• Imelda Avenue
• Real Street

🚗 Alternate Routes / Rerouting
• Motorists coming from the North are advised to take Quezon Boulevard when heading to the downtown area.
• Motorists coming from the South may use Magsaysay, Burgos, Independencia, and Sta. Cruz Streets as alternate routes.

Motorists and commuters are advised to plan their trips accordingly and follow the directions of traffic personnel deployed along the affected areas.

Barangayan Serbisyo Fair ha Brgy. 77, iginsaurog!

𝗞𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗔 | Malinampuson nga iginsaurog Brgy. 77 Bañez Ville Covered Court an Barangayan Serbisyo Fair para han mga molupyo han Brgy. 75, 76, 77, ngan 78 nga nag tikang han alas otso hit aga hangtod alas dose han udto.

Damo nga mga serbisyo an ginpahimulusan han mga molupyo, upod na an Health and Dental Check Up, panhatag hin Vitamins and Medicines, reading glasses, grooming services, ngan iba pa.

Siring pa han Brgy. Captain han Brgy. 77 nga hi Hon. Alvin Surpia, dako an bulig han barangayan ha mga molupyo kay iginpapahirani han gobyerno an mga serbisyo ha mga tawo. Diri na kinahanglan mamasahe pa han mga molupyo pagkadto ha magkadurudilain nga mga opisina kay pwede na hira maka-angbit hini na mga serbisyo haira na mismo barangay.

Nagpapasalamat liwat an usa nga molupyo Z. Pacheco hini nga inisyatibo han LGU Tacloban kay dako ini nga bulig an pagpa-checkup ngan libre nga medisina para han mga sugad haiya nga may-ada mga gintutumar ngaa maintenance. Sugad man han mga iba pa nga benepisyaryo hini nga programa, naghihingyap liwat hira nga magpadayon pa ini na mga serbisyo para han mga tawo.

TACLOBAN CITY COMMEMORATES 128TH PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENCE AND 74TH CHARTER DAY

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | Tacloban City marked the 128th Philippine Independence Day and its 74th Charter Day with a solemn flag-raising ceremony held on the morning of June 12, 2026, at the Tacloban City Hall Grounds.

The commemorative program was attended by city officials and employees, along with members of the city's uniformed services, who gathered to honor the nation's history and celebrate Tacloban's continued growth and progress.

During the flag-raising ceremony, a wreath-laying activity and a 21-gun salute were conducted in tribute to the Filipino heroes whose courage and sacrifices paved the way for the country's freedom from colonial rule.

The celebration was led by Mayor Alfred S. Romualdez and Vice Mayor Raymund A. Romualdez, who joined participants in reflecting on the significance of independence and responsible nation-building.

In his message, Mayor Romualdez emphasized that freedom carries with it a duty to serve and contribute to the nation's future. "The freedom we enjoy today is not merely the absence of foreign rule. Freedom is a responsibility. Freedom is discipline. Freedom is the courage to build something greater than ourselves," Mayor Romualdez said.

The twin celebration served as a reminder of the enduring values of patriotism, unity, and public service while honoring both the nation's hard-earned independence and Tacloban City's 74 years of local governance and development.

Tacloban gears up for the Independence Day final rehearsal

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | Officials from the different law enforcement units participated in the rehearsals for the upcoming Independence Day Celebration to be held on June 12, 2026 at the City Hall Grounds Tacloban CIty.

Through synchronized efforts and meticulous preparation, the law enforcement agencies, together with the City Government of Tacloban, continue to work hand in hand to guarantee a safe and orderly celebration. This event is not just a ceremonial practice —it is also a testament to the commitment of all stakeholders to honor the history of this country.

As preparations enter their final stages, inter-agency coordination remains strong, reinforcing the city's commitment to ensuring the smooth and dignified conduct of the ceremony.

𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆: 𝗧𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘆𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝘆𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

𝗙𝗬𝗜 | The Tacloban Traffic Operations Management, Enforcement, and Control Office (TOMECO) announces temporary road closures in connection with the Sangyawan Drum and Lyre Competition on June 13, 2026 (Saturday).

⏰ 𝗧𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲: 𝟯:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠 – 𝟱:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠
🥁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲: 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟰:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠

The following roads will be temporarily closed to vehicular traffic:
• Magsaysay Boulevard
• J. Romualdez Street
• Rizal Avenue
• Imelda Avenue
• Real Street

🚗 Alternate Routes / Rerouting
• Motorists coming from the North are advised to take Quezon Boulevard when heading to the downtown area.
• Motorists coming from the South may use Magsaysay, Burgos, Independencia, and Sta. Cruz Streets as alternate routes.

Motorists and commuters are advised to plan their trips accordingly and follow the directions of traffic personnel deployed along the affected areas.

EL NIÑO CONDITIONS NOW PRESENT IN TROPICAL PACIFIC– PAGASA

𝗪𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | DOST-PAGASA has reported that El Niño conditions are now present in the tropical Pacific after the relative sea surface temperature anomaly reached the +0.5°C threshold in May 2026.

According to the weather bureau, most climate models indicate an over 80% probability that the current conditions will develop into a full-blown El Niño event, which could persist until early 2027.

El Niño typically brings below-normal rainfall across much of the country, increasing the risk of dry spells and drought, particularly in vulnerable areas. However, above-normal rainfall may still occur in the western sections of the Philippines during the southwest monsoon or Habagat season, especially when enhanced by tropical cyclones.

PAGASA said it will continue to closely monitor the evolving El Niño conditions and their potential impacts on the country's climate and weather patterns.