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2nd alarm raised in Marikina River due to 'habagat'; Monday classes suspended

Published Aug 9, 2026 11:12 am
The Marikina City government raised the second alarm at the Marikina River on Sunday morning, August 9, after the water level reached 16 meters due to continued heavy rains brought by the enhanced southwest monsoon (habagat).
The Marikina City government is on full alert amid continued heavy rains brought by the southwest monsoon (habagat). The Marikina River has also been placed on second alarm as its water level continues to rise. (Photos from Marikina PIO)
The Marikina City government is on full alert amid continued heavy rains brought by the southwest monsoon (habagat). The Marikina River has also been placed on second alarm as its water level continues to rise. (Photos from Marikina PIO)
The Marikina City government is on full alert amid continued heavy rains brought by the southwest monsoon (habagat). The Marikina River has also been placed on second alarm as its water level continues to rise. (Photos from Marikina PIO)
The Marikina City government is on full alert amid continued heavy rains brought by the southwest monsoon (habagat). The Marikina River has also been placed on second alarm as its water level continues to rise. (Photos from Marikina PIO)
The Marikina City Rescue 161 raised the first alarm at 8:44 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 8, after the river’s water level reached 15 meters.
It remained on the first alarm until Sunday morning before the water level reached 16 meters at 10:56 a.m., prompting authorities to raise it to the second alarm.
According to the city’s early warning system, residents in low-lying areas, especially those near the river, are advised to voluntarily evacuate to designated evacuation sites following the raising of the second alarm.
A third alarm will be raised once the river’s water level reaches 18 meters, prompting the implementation of forced evacuation protocols in all affected areas.
On Saturday night, Mayor Maan Teodoro ordered the opening of the city’s main evacuation centers to prepare for the immediate evacuation of residents if necessary.
Rescue boats, ambulances, and other emergency assets have also been deployed in various parts of the city to ensure a swift response in case of flooding.
The city government continues to monitor weather conditions, the water level of the Marikina River, and the situation in flood-prone areas. It also urged residents to remain alert and follow advisories from authorities.
The local government also suspended classes at all levels in both public and private schools on Monday, Aug. 10, due to the expected continued rains.
For emergencies, residents may contact the city’s official hotline:
Landline
8-646-2436 to 38
8-646-0427
7-273-6563
Mobile
0917-584-2168 (Globe)
0917-804-6352 (Globe)
0928-559-3341 (Smart)
0998-977-0115 (Smart)
0998-579-6435 (Smart)

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