Tag: Flood Control
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New Floodwall Enhances Safety for Samar Town Residents
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has recently finalized a flood control project along the Gandara River in Barangay Minda, Gandara town, Samar province. This initiative aims to shield the local community from the devastating impacts of floods. The project, a 200-meter long and three-meter high floodwall, also features a pedestrian pathway with…
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New Flood Control Measures Enhance Livelihood in Marinduque
Residents of Barangay Bamban in Boac, Marinduque, are experiencing a significant uplift in their daily lives thanks to a newly completed flood control structure. The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) finished the project in late 2024, aiming to mitigate the severe effects of frequent flooding in the area. According to a report to…
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Marcos Administration Prioritizes EDSA Rehabilitation and Flood Control in 2025
The Marcos administration has set its sights on the rehabilitation of EDSA, Metro Manila’s main artery, as a key project for 2025, according to the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan emphasized the need to enhance the road’s condition, stating that the project aims to improve the overall riding experience…
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President Marcos Jr. Promises Enhanced Flood Defenses to Protect Philippine Agriculture
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. recently reassured Filipino farmers that the government is actively working on flood control projects to mitigate the effects of climate change on agriculture. Speaking at an event in Alabel, Sarangani, where he distributed land ownership and mortgage release certificates, Marcos highlighted the nearing completion of flood mitigation projects at Bagacay…
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Cebu City Plans Water Retention Pond to Tackle Flooding Issues
Cebu City is set to construct a water retention pond in the upland region of Nasipit, Barangay Talamban, as part of its strategy to mitigate flooding in vulnerable lowland areas. Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia announced this initiative on Tuesday, highlighting the city’s proactive approach to managing water flow during heavy rains. The mayor has enlisted…
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Senator Zubiri Delivers Relief to ‘Kristine’ Victims in Albay
Senator Juan Miguel Zubiri, representing Albay, has stepped up to aid those impacted by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, known internationally as Trami, which wreaked havoc across Bicol, Luzon, and the Visayas last October. On November 7, 2024, Zubiri personally delivered 200 sacks of 50-kilogram rice to the Albay provincial government and an additional 150 sacks…
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