Several parts of Metro Manila were inundated in flood waters brought about by intense rains due to the southwest monsoon or “habagat.”

Flooding was reported along Taft Avenue in Manila which caused heavy traffic and inconvenience to pedestrians on Monday, July 21.

Despite earlier preparations by the local government, gutter-deep flood waters were reported along Taft Avenue and España Boulevard even after the rains had stopped.

Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso conducted an onsite inspection to assess the situation and oversee the city's response.

Traffic enforcers were deployed along major intersections to manage vehicle buildup and ensure pedestrian safety.

To assist those on foot, wooden planks or pala-pala were laid across flooded portions of the road, allowing pedestrians to cross without stepping directly into the water.

Children seen playing in the floodwaters were called out by the mayor and were urged to return home due to health and safety risks.

Street vendors were also reminded to dispose of their trash properly, as garbage blocking drainage systems remain one of the main contributors to persistent urban flooding.

Clean-up, declogging operations, and tree-trimming efforts continued throughout the day, with local government personnel working to speed up recovery and restore normal traffic flow.

The Manila city government said it continues to monitor affected areas and urges the public to cooperate with safety measures and proper waste disposal to help prevent future flooding.

Flooding was also reported in several areas of Navotas City on Monday, July 21, due to continuous rainfall, with water reaching up to 11 inches in some parts, according to the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO).

The deepest flood was reported along Milflores Street in Barangay Tanza.

To manage the rising water, the city activated its pumping stations and continued repair works at the Tangos-Tanza navigational gate.

Flood-affected areas included Barangay Navotas East: 1–2 inches (M. Naval to Varadero), Barangay Sipac-Almacen: 2–4 inches in several M. Naval areas, Barangay San Jose: 2–3 inches (M. Naval and E. Tuazon), Barangay SRV entrance: 1–2 inches, Barangay NBBS: 2–3 inches (Bangus, Buwan-Buwan, Dalag, Halaan), Barangay Daanghari: 2–3 inches (Gov. Pascual area), Barangay San Roque: 1–2 inches (Gov. Pascual and Badeo 5), and Barangay Tanza: 1–11 inches across multiple streets, with Milflores Street being the most flooded.

Residents were advised to stay safe, avoid flooded areas, and follow city advisories.

Pasay City Mayor Emi Calixto-Rubiano said the Pasay Traffic and Parking Management Office (PTPMO) reported that the city is experiencing moderate to heavy traffic due to flooding.

Rubiano said additional traffic enforcers were deployed to areas identified by the Pasay City Disaster Risk and Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO) to assist the motorists.

She said the CDRRMO identified the following areas experiencing traffic due to gutter deep flooding: EDSA, Roxas Boulevard, Aurora Boulevard in front of Sgt. Mariano Cemetery; Tramo Zamora to Taft Protacio; Vergel Zamora Street; Taft Protacio; Menlo St., Donada; Roxas Boulevard Service Road in front of Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA); Andrews Avenue in front of Shell Gas Station; MIA and Domestic Road and Gil Puyat in front of World Trade Center.

The mayor said flooding was also reported in EDSA Zamora, Malibay Plaza, and Donada Street, and Barangay 185.

Rubiano said the flooded areas identified by the CDRRMO are still passable, except in Barangay 185, with almost knee-deep flood, where motorists can still pass at their own risk.

She said traffic enforcers are manning the areas in Barangay 185, MIA, and Domestic Road and Gil Puyat Avenue in front of World Trade Center as they recorded moderate to heavy traffic.

Several roads in Quezon City were flooded on Monday morning, July 21, due to continuous rains.

The Quezon City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (QCDRRMO) released a list of affected roads as of 11:20 a.m.:

Head-deep flooding: Brgy. Apolonio Samson - Tabing Ilog, Kaingin BukidWaist-deep flooding, Brgy. St. Peter - Banawe cor. Amoranto Avenue, Brgy. Sto. Domingo (Matalahib) - Araneta cor. Ma. Clara.

Knee-deep flooding: Brgy. Don Imelda- G. Araneta cor. Baloy B1, G. Araneta cor. Baloy B2, 29 Kapiligan, Brgy. Milagrosa, Alimudin St., and Gregorio St.; Brgy. Sto. Domingo (Matalahib) - Don Jose cor. Retiro, Don Jose cor. Ma. Clara, and Banawe cor. Retiro.

Ankle-deep flooding: Brgy. Villa Maria Clara - Raja Matanda cor. Mascardo, Brgy. Manresa - Mauban, and Brgy. Pasong Putik Proper - Belfast cor. Mindanao Ave.

Gutter-deep flooding: Brgy. Manresa- A. Bonifacio cor. Sgt. Rivera- Dagot Street, Brgy. Sto. Domingo (Matalahib), Don Jose cor. Retiro, Don Pepe cor. Calamba, Don Pepe Baba, Don Pepe cor. Tirad Pass, Sto. Domingo cor. Calamba, Biak na Bato cor. Don Manuel, Biak na Bato cor. Retiro, Biak na Bato cor. Macopa, Maria Clara Alleys, Tabing Ilog Alleys, Brgy. Villa Maria Clara - D. Tuazon, Brgy. Mangga - 20th Avenue, Brgy. Apolonio Samson - Geraldine cor. Antoinette St., Parkway Village, Lagusan cor. Toktokan, Evangeline Street, and Brgy. Bayanihan - Buawa Creek.

The local government is continuously conducting clearing operations and monitoring high-risk areas.

Motorists and residents are advised to avoid flooded roads, stay indoors as much as possible, monitor official updates from the Quezon City Government, and call Helpline 122 in case of emergencies.