House collapses in Zamboanga del Sur due to soil erosion

A house owned by a 59-year-old resident in Barangay Tubod, Lakewood, Zamboanga del Sur collapsed following soil erosion late Saturday afternoon, July 25, 2026. Photo from the Zamboanga del Sur Police Provincial Office PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur — A house in Barangay Tubod, Lakewood, Zamboanga del Sur, collapsed following soil erosion apparently caused by heavy rains brought by the southwest monsoon late Saturday afternoon, authorities confirmed. Capt. Derf Jay Maquinta, spokesperson for the Zamboanga del Sur Police Provincial Office, said personnel of the Lakewood Municipal Police Station rushed to Purok 1 at around 4 p.m. on July 25 after receiving a report from a concerned citizen. READ: Soil erosion forces evacuation of 9 families in Cagayan province Article continues after this advertisement Initial investigation revealed that the erosion caused the collapse of a home owned by a 59-year-old resident. No casualties were reported. Authorities reminded residents in landslide- and erosion-prone areas to remain vigilant and immediately report any signs of ground movement to ensure public safety. /mcm Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again. Your subscription has been successful.