Both islands are located in the Danajon Bank, the only double barrier reef in the Philippines and known to be one of the richest fishing grounds in the country.

The local officials are temporarily using a facility owned by a foundation where they do meetings and attend to their constituents.

Caubian is exposed to hazards such as strong typhoons and sea level rise, which is believed to be caused by climate change.

[4] In its aftermath, a number of houses and infrastructure were damaged and affected families were given immediate relief aid by the local government and non-government organizations.

With the El Niño forecasted to intensity starting in October, 2023, the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office of the city of Lapu-Lapu City is monitoring that people in Caubian can still have access to fresh water.