Heavy rains linked to Typhoon Crising and the southwest monsoon have brought severe flooding to large parts of Luzon. With streets submerged and thousands displaced, local governments are stepping in to manage the growing crisis.
Cavite Declares Calamity After Days of Rain
In Cavite, steady downpours have caused widespread flooding across several towns. The province officially declared a state of calamity on Monday, allowing local leaders to release emergency funds and stabilize prices for basic goods.
Flood Reports Pile Up in Metro Manila
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority recorded over 500 separate flood incidents across the capital region within a single day. By midday Tuesday, many streets were still underwater, especially in Quezon City, Manila, and Pasay.
Several major roads were closed. In some areas, commuters were stranded overnight, while emergency crews used boats to assist families trapped in their homes.
Parañaque and Manila were especially hard-hit. In Parañaque alone, nearly 3,000 residents had to be evacuated as neighborhoods filled with floodwater. Manila City Hall is now considering declaring its own state of calamity, as more than a thousand people sought shelter after losing access to their homes.
Military Bases Used for Relief Work
In response to the worsening conditions, the Armed Forces of the Philippines has opened multiple EDCA (Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement) sites for disaster response. These military facilities are now storing relief supplies and sending out trucks and boats to affected areas.
Some cities are managing better. In Marikina, officials said fewer barangays were flooded compared to last year’s Typhoon Carina. They credit early preparations and upgraded drainage, though they remain cautious.
More Rain on the Way
The storm has passed, but the rain hasn’t. The aftereffects of Typhoon Crising, mixed with monsoon winds, are expected to bring more downpours through the week. Authorities warn of continued risks, especially in flood-prone places like Rizal, Bulacan, and northern parts of Metro Manila.
Keep tuned to local alerts. If you’re in a low area, prepare to move early. Waterproof your essentials. Avoid driving through floodwaters.
This week’s flooding has exposed just how fragile our defenses still are — not only against typhoons, but the everyday rainstorms that follow in their wake.
