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6 die of drowning in separate incidents in Western Visayas
Six individuals tragically drowned in various locations across Western Visayas while celebrating the Feast of Saint John the Baptist on Saturday, June 24.
Two of the fatalities were from Iloilo province, identified as Freddie Elad Divinagracia, 30, from Anilao, and Rolando Arias Tañada, 65, from Tigbauan.
One drowning incident each occurred in the provinces of Aklan, Capiz, Guimaras, and Negros Occidental.
The victims in Aklan, Capiz, Guimaras, and Negros Occidental were identified as Matilde Delfin (57), Joemar Ocayo (36), Jomar Soriano (40), and Joseph Ragasa (28), respectively.
Despite the unfortunate incidents, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) provided assistance to local government rescue units in monitoring beaches, rivers, and other water bodies throughout Western Visayas during the celebration.
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