DCWD: Store water ahead of heavy rains
THE Davao City Water District (DCWD) has advised Dabawenyos, particularly those reliant on bulk water supply, to store water in preparation for extended heavy rains expected from June 2 to 6, 2024......»»
Task force to public: Continue water conservation
As the water level in major dams can drop further during the dry months, the Task Force El Niño is urging the public to continue conserving water to avert a possible water crisis, especially in Metro Manila......»»
Mikey Belmonte bags Water Warrior Award
Quezon City Councilor Belmonte was conferred the “Water Warrior Award for Advocacy Leadership” during the 2024 World Water Day Awards in recognition of his contributions as an active partner of Maynilad in championing access to safe water, reliable sanitation and environmental responsibility......»»
NWRB cuts water supply for Metro next month
The National Water Resources Board will slash the water allocation for Metro Manila to 48 cubic meters per second from 50 cms starting mid-April to conserve water supply that has been impacted by the ongoing El Niño......»»
El Niño impact: 30M liters of water lost due to dry spell, says MCWD
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The hot season brought by the El Niño has significantly impacted the Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD) water facility. It was evident in the production of MCWD’s surface water facilities in Barangay Jaclupan in Talisay City and Barangay Lusaran in Cebu City, said MCWD Chair, Lawyer Jose Daluz III, in a.....»»
Solon pushes creation of Dept of Water Resource Management
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A lawmaker is pushing for the establishment of a national framework for water resource management that is spelled out in the proposed Department of Water Resources Management (DWRM) as a long-term solution to water shortage in the country. Agri Partylist Representative Wilber Lee said that the DWRM will bring together 32.....»»
Manila Water explores Pangasinan supply deal
The consortium of Manila Water Co. Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiary, Manila Water Philippine Ventures continue to explore water supply partnerships with the Provincial Government of Pangasinan as it looks to revive the recently terminated concession agreement between the two......»»
Cloudseeding operations expected to induce more rains this week
Cloudseeding operations expected to induce more rains this week.....»»
Cebu City braces for ‘La Niña’ rains, floods
Cebu City braces for ‘La Niña’ rains, floods.....»»
Despite rains, extreme heat seen in 36 areas today
At least 36 areas can still experience “danger” heat index of between 46 and 42 degrees Celsius today, despite the rains being experienced in many areas in the country, according to the two-day forecast of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration......»»
More afternoon, evening rains expected as wet season nears
Expect more rains in the afternoons and evenings as the country transitions to the rainy season, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA)......»»
Lightning, rains kill 49 in Pakistan as authorities declare a state of emergency in the southwest
Lightning, rains kill 49 in Pakistan as authorities declare a state of emergency in the southwest.....»»
High temperatures persist amid scattered rains: Pagasa
High temperatures persist amid scattered rains: Pagasa.....»»
3 weather systems to bring rains – Pagasa
Three weather systems may bring rains over parts of the country today, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA)......»»
Light Rains
Pedestrians cross the street amid the light rains in Davao City on Tuesday, 16 January 2024. According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration, the city is among the 10 coldest areas in the Philippines on Tuesday. Classes in all levels in Davao City were cancelled Tuesday due to the bad weather. MindaNews photo.....»»
Drop in Angat water level slowing down
The drop in the water elevation in Angat Dam is slowing down again due to heavy downpours that occurred over Metro Manila and nearby areas in the past two days, the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System said yesterday......»»
Water cannons sprayed on Philippine boat by Chinese coast guard ship
MANILA, The Philippines: In the latest confrontation near a disputed shoal in the South China Sea, Philippine officials said a Chinese coast guard ships sprayed water cannons at a supply boat on Saturday, causing injuries to its navy crew members and heavy damage to the wooden vessel. The US and Japan immediately expressed their support for the Philippines amid China's aggression off the Second Thomas Shoal, whi.....»»
MMDA eyes emergency lay-by areas for bikers
Emergency lay-by areas, particularly under flyovers, along major roads in Metro Manila could become temporary shelters for motorists during heavy rains, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) said yesterday......»»
3 Filipinos dead in UAE floods: officials
Three workers from the Philippines have died in heavy flooding in the United Arab Emirates, Filipino officials announced, as the desert country struggled Friday to recover from record rains. Two women suffocated inside their vehicle during the flooding and one man died when his vehicle fell into a sinkhole, the Philippines’ Department of Migrant Workers said. The women died.....»»
No OFW casualties after heavy rains hit UAE, Oman
DMW said its Migrant Workers’ Offices (MWOs) and the Overseas Workers Welfare Offices (OWWAs) in the UAE are preparing to distribute relief goods to OFWs in Al Ain and Dubai. .....»»
Winds destroy houses in two Central Mindanao towns
Around 40 houses were destroyed by strong winds that pummeled lowlands in the adjoining towns of Montawal, Maguindanao del Sur and Kabacan, Cotabato amid heavy rains on Thursday afternoon......»»