Proper noun
Bicol Region
A region of the Philippines. Capital: Legazpi.
Synonyms: Bicol, Bicolandia
At least 10 people were confirmed to have died from the typhoon in the Bicol region southeast of the capital, according to the regional Office of Civil Defense. Source: Internet
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has started the process of repairs and renovation of the Naga Airport in the Bicol Region after it was hit by typhoon Rolly. Source: Internet
The outer rainbands of Rolly will bring light to moderate with at times heavy rains over Bicol region and Eastern Visayas tonight. Source: Internet
In contrast, all regions in the Visayas and Mindanao, as well as Luzon’s MIMAROPA and Bicol Region, have poverty incidence numbers that are higher than the national figure of 21.6 percent. Source: Internet
The combined effect of Southwest Monsoon and TS Mario will bring moderate to heavy rains and thunderstorms in Bicol Region and Eastern Visayas which may trigger flashfloods and landslides. Source: Internet
The Philippine Rural Development Program (PRDP) and the Department of Agriculture reported that in 2009-2013, Bicol Region had 39% share of Philippine abaca producution while overwhelming 92% comes from Catanduanes Island. Source: Internet