La Mesa Dam stayed at Alert Level 3 on Wednesday, Aug. 19, with excess water threatening to spill into low‑lying areas along the Tullahan River in Quezon City. As of 3 p.m., the dam 's water level was at 80 meters. The areas expected to be affected include Fairview, Forest Hills...
A short film can leave a lasting impact despite its abrupt runtime. With Cinemalaya 22, we are presented with 10 shorts, split into two viewings. Each short film may vastly differ from one another but is sure to resonate with viewers in one way or another. Here’s a look at all the shorts and the...
The Quezon City government warned of possible flooding in low‑lying areas along the Tullahan River on Tuesday, Aug. 18, as La Mesa Dam reached Alert Level 3 amid continuous rains brought by the southwest monsoon (Habagat). As of 10 a.m., the dam’s water level stood at 79.69 meters, with excess...
About 40 kilometers of waterways in Las Piñas and nearby areas are undergoing regular cleanup as workers remove garbage, clear riverbanks and dredge sections clogged by accumulated silt. The cleanup covers the Las Piñas, Molino and Zapote rivers, where floating waste and debris are routinely...
The body of one of four missing teenagers swept away by strong currents in the Marilao River was recovered Wednesday night, Aug. 12, in Sitio Kaybanban, Barangay Parada, Santa Maria, Bulacan. Authorities said the victim, a 17‑year‑old boy, was identified by his family. His body, swollen and...
President Marcos has directed the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) to accelerate the clearing and waste collection operations at the Baclaran River in Parañaque City, which recently drew public attention due to the massive garbage...
TUGUEGARAO CITY, Cagayan — A 13-year-old boy who went missing after drowning in the Cagayan River in Enrile, Cagayan, was found dead Tuesday, August 11, authorities said. The victim was identified as Gian Agpalasin of Barangay San Roque, Enrile. The Task Force Lingkod Cagayan–Quick Response...
President Marcos said dredging operations across major rivers, esteros, and drainage networks in Metro Manila have been effective so far, but noted that more needs to be done. During his inspection of the high-vacuum self-priming drainage trailer pump in Barangay Zapote, Las Piñas City, on...
Residents in low-lying areas along the Tullahan River were warned of possible flooding after La Mesa Dam breached its overflow level on Monday afternoon, Aug. 10, amid incessant rains brought by the southwest monsoon or “habagat.” As of 5 p.m., the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and...
Hundreds of families stayed in evacuation centers in Pasig and Marikina cities as rains continued due to the enhanced southwest monsoon (Habagat) on Sunday, Aug. 9. In Pasig City, 531 families, or a total of 1,750 individuals, were staying at seven evacuation centers in five barangays as of 3 p.m....
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 Rescue 161 raised the first alarm at 8:44 p.m. on...
PRAHOVO, Serbia (AP) — Water levels on the Danube River, the second longest in Europe, have dropped so low because of drought that the hulks of dozens of World War II German battleships are emerging into view. They are a curious distraction from the summer heat crisis. The Danube’s record low...
