President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday visited typhoon-hit areas in Negros Occidental to inspect damage from Typhoon Tino and check on the condition of evacuees in temporary shelters. Local officials and national agencies briefed him on the extent of damage, response operations, and the status of relief distribution, while disaster teams continued clearing operations and infrastructure assessments. Health, agriculture, and education officials also evaluated the impact on services and facilities, as authorities maintained evacuation centers and monitored conditions in vulnerable communities.

Vice President Sara Duterte warned President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s administration against using sedition charges to intimidate critics, ahead of a rally by Iglesia ni Cristo. Duterte emphasized the threat of “inciting to sedition” amid recent charges against Cavite Rep. Kiko Barzaga.