Fireman rescuer mourns loss of son amid typhoon Ompong’s wrath in Masbate

• FO1 Emmanuel Bolaño mourns the loss of his 16-year-old son, Brian, during Typhoon Ompong in Masbate City
• Brian was fatally struck by a collapsing wall and later died from severe head injuries despite being rushed to the hospital
• Bolaño was on duty as a firefighter when the tragedy occurred, saying, “Ako ang rescuer pero ‘di ko na-save ang anak ko”
• The incident underscores the sacrifices of first responders and the devastating toll of natural disasters on families

FO1 Emmanuel Bolaño, a firefighter in Masbate City, enunciated heartbreaking words, as he grieved the tragic death of his 16-year-old son, Brian Simon Bolaño, during the onslaught of Typhoon Ompong (#OpongPH).

"Ako ang rescuer pero di ko na-save ang anak ko."

At the height of the typhoon, FO1 Bolaño was on duty at the Masbate City Fire Station, committed to serving his community as strong winds and heavy rains battered the province. Unknown to him, danger was unfolding at home.

A wall collapsed amid the storm, striking his son Brian.

The teenager was immediately rushed to the hospital, but despite medical efforts, he succumbed to severe head injuries.

The tragedy left Bolaño devastated, struggling with the painful irony of being a rescuer who could not save his own child.

The heartbreaking story of the Bolaño family has resonated with many, highlighting the often-unseen sacrifices of first responders who serve others even while their own families face risks.

Typhoon Ompong, which unleashed strong winds and torrential rains in Masbate and other parts of the Bicol region, has caused widespread destruction.

The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by natural calamities and the personal toll on families who lose loved ones.

For FO1 Bolaño, the loss of Brian is not just a story of disaster, but also of love, sacrifice, and the deep pain of a parent who continues to serve the community while mourning his greatest loss.

News, photos, or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, this could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable stories for all of the ordinary people in the country as today.

In other news, VP Sara Duterte revealed in a statement that her father was found unconscious inside his ICC detention facility and later subjected to medical tests. The Vice President criticized the ICC, saying it failed to address even an “easily treatable” ingrown toenail and ignored calls for a 24-hour caregiver. She denounced the detention as unjust and inhuman, stressing it amounts to punishment without conviction. VP Sara urged the ICC to act immediately, calling for proper care and humanitarian consideration for the former president.

Still in other news, a taxi was severely damaged after a large tree fell on it inside Araneta City, Cubao, Quezon City. The incident was caused by the strong winds from Severe Tropical Storm Opong (#OpongPH). The taxi driver was reported safe and escaped without injury, despite the vehicle being crushed. Araneta City management confirmed the cause and committed to providing assistance for the driver and the vehicle's repair.

Source: KAMI.com.gh