MANILA, Philippines — The grass fire on Mt. Asog, also known as Mt. Iriga in Camarines Sur, is under control, the Iriga city environment and natural resources office said. According to Iriga CENRO head Ramon Parica Jr., the fire affected 20 hectares of land, including the ridge lines and portions of Barangays Santiago, Sta. Teams from the Iriga CENRO and BFP are scheduled to verify the situation in sloping areas and ensure that no embers are rekindled.

Source: Philippine Star April 12, 2026 16:11 UTC