A 29-year-old man drowned after he tried to rescue two minors who were initially believed to be drowning at sea in Iligan City.

Rescuers from the Iligan City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO) and police personnel rushed to rescue a man who drowned at a beach resort in Barangay Sta. Filomena shortly after 1 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2026.

Based on investigation, the man reportedly attempted to rescue two minor boys, eight and seven years old, who were reportedly being swept away by strong waves at that time.

“Atong victim gi-try niya ug luwas ang eight ug seven years old nga both male minors. Naligo sila kay na-suspend ang class, ni-take advantage na pud siguro sila sa time unya naa man gud daw part ana nga lugar nga lalom,” ICPO Spokesperson, Major Zandrex Panolong, said.

The two minors were rescued immediatley with the help of their parents and other beachgoers.

The victim, who only intended to help rescue the two children, was found dead around three hours later.

The victim’s remains have been brought back to his family in Barangay Digkilaan, while the two minors are now safe.

“Daghan cases namo diri nga malumos brcause ang mga ginikanan ginapasagdan ang mga anak especially kung ang time naay umaabot nga bagyo,” Panolong added.