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Malabon City strengthens disaster preparedness

Published Jun 10, 2026 01:41 pm
Personnel from the City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) carry out clearing and cleanup operations along waterways to prevent clogged drainage and reduce flooding risks during the rainy season. (Photo courtesy of Malabon LGU)
Personnel from the City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) carry out clearing and cleanup operations along waterways to prevent clogged drainage and reduce flooding risks during the rainy season. (Photo courtesy of Malabon LGU)
  
Personnel from the City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) carry out clearing and cleanup operations along waterways to prevent clogged drainage and reduce flooding risks during the rainy season. (Photo from Malabon LGU)
Personnel from the City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) carry out clearing and cleanup operations along waterways to prevent clogged drainage and reduce flooding risks during the rainy season. (Photo from Malabon LGU)
The Malabon City government has intensified its monitoring of weather advisories, flood forecasts, and hazard updates, assuring residents on Tuesday, June 9, that it is fully prepared to respond to emergencies during the rainy season.
This effort is being carried out through the Malabon Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), which has strengthened coordination and readiness measures to safeguard the community against potential hazards.
The Malabon Command and Communication Center (MCCC) will also serve as the central hub for disaster response operations.
Mayor Jeannie Sandoval emphasized that the safety of Malabueños remains the city’s top priority.
“Marami na ang kalamidad na dumaan sa ating lungsod ang ating napagtagumpayan nang nagkakaisa. At ngayong panahon na naman po ng tag-ulan, ating ipagpapatuloy ang bayanihan at malasakit sa ating mga kababayan (Our city has faced many calamities, and we have overcome them through unity. Now that the rainy season has begun, we will continue the spirit of bayanihan and compassion for our fellow residents),” she said.
Sandoval added that emergency response teams are on standby and continuously preparing for the possible effects of severe weather to ensure swift and organized assistance.

The city government said Pre-Disaster Risk Assessment meetings are conducted as needed to evaluate possible risks and determine appropriate response measures.

Sandoval said response clusters and concerned offices have been directed to ensure the readiness of personnel, facilities, and supplies.

The city has also identified and assessed evacuation facilities, including schools, covered courts, and public buildings.

The City Social Welfare and Development Department has prepared food packs, drinking water, hygiene kits, sleeping kits, medicines, and other emergency supplies for affected residents.

The City Engineering Department has inspected flood control facilities such as pumping stations, drainage systems, floodgates, dikes, retaining walls, sluice gates, and waterways.

It has also carried out declogging, desilting, and clearing operations in critical drainage networks and waterways.

The city currently operates 40 pumping stations across different barangays to help prevent flooding during heavy rains.

The City Environment and Natural Resources Office said regular clean-up drives along roads and waterways are being conducted to prevent clogged drainage systems.

Health monitoring protocols are in place to prevent and address rainy season diseases such as dengue, leptospirosis, diarrhea, and respiratory infections.

Barangays have been directed to update their contingency and evacuation plans, monitor high-risk areas, issue warnings and advisories, and assist in evacuation, rescue, and relief operations.

City Administrator Dr. Alexander Rosete urged residents to stay informed, prepare emergency go-bags, and cooperate with authorities during emergencies.

He added that residents may use the Malabon Ahon 24/7 All Hazards One Network Application or contact the Malabon Command Center at 8921-6009, 8921-6029, 0942-372-9891, or 0919-062-5588 in case of emergencies.  

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