On 11 August 2006, a tanker capsized off the coast of Guimaras Island south of Panay.

[4] In September 2006, the Regional Disaster Coordinating Council (RDCC) identified Igbon as one of 38 municipalities threatened by the oil spill.

[5] In 2013, Typhoon Haiyan (locally known as Yolanda) caused heavy damage to Igbon.

The typhoon unexpectedly struck Igbon at low tide, although residents were able to take shelter near the mountain areas.

[6] Relief workers distributed food aid to island residents after the storm passed.