CSPC formally launched the APAW Project: Harnessing Micro-Weather Forecasting and Flood Detection with AI and Data Analytics

On January 23, 2026, Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges (CSPC) formally launched the APAW Project: Harnessing Micro-Weather Forecasting and Flood Detection with AI and Data Analytics, a collaborative initiative funded by the Fundación de Religiosos para la Salud (FRS) aimed at strengthening local disaster preparedness and climate resilience with Balatan as the co-operating LGU.

The launching-turn over ceremony held at the Municipal Hall Compound of Balatan, featured a formal ribbon cutting and site visits to the project’s six strategic sites, including Laganac, Binudegahan, Luluasan, and Mang-it, to showcase the innovative technologies deployed for enhanced early warning systems. This partnership-driven event highlighted the project’s core innovation: the seamless integration of AI, data analytics, a dedicated web portal (https://portal.apaw.cspc.edu.ph), self-powered solar technology, and LoRa-based Mesh Network to deliver, real-time micro weather forecasting and flood detection for more informed, data-driven community safety.

The launching-turn over was attended by the CSPC’s top leadership: SUC President III Dr. Amado A. Oliva, Jr., Vice President for Research, Innovation, and Collaboration Dr. Challiz D. Omorog, Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Jocelyn O. Jintalan, and Vice President for Administration and Finance Mrs. Nancy S. Penetrante. Also in attendance was Hon. Domingo T. Abliter, Municipal Mayor of LGU Balatan, who expressed strong support for the project and its role in improving disaster preparedness and public safety in the municipality. Representatives from the funding agency were likewise present, including Mr. Alfonso Nuñez, FRS Philippine Coordinator, and Mr. Reynato S. Caño, FRS Local Coordinator. The event was further attended by members of the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Offices (MDRRMOs) from different LGUs, Sangguniang Bayan members of LGU Balatan, Barangay Captains, and the CSPC APAW Project Team.

The APAW Project underscores CSPC’s commitment to research-driven innovation and community engagement, positioning the institution as a key partner in building resilient and disaster-ready local communities through science, technology, and collaboration.

📸: Kevin Sean Rada and Vianne Faye Gastillo