Marcos orders heightened alert as enhanced 'habagat' persist

Courtesy: Ventusky

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has instructed government agencies to maintain heightened alert as the enhanced southwest monsoon (habagat) causes widespread flooding across Luzon.

Marcos Orders Vigilance Amid Rising Dam Levels and Floods

According to Press Officer Claire Castro, the President is monitoring the situation, particularly in high-risk areas. Agencies are directed to coordinate on water management and prioritize safety as several dams in Central Luzon approach or exceed capacity, with officials actively monitoring water releases to mitigate downstream risks.

Evacuations and Relief Operations Continue

Local units are implementing forced evacuations in vulnerable areas, as previously mandated. With the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) reporting over 200,000 families affected, relief efforts and distribution of food packs are ongoing in evacuation centers, as detailed in reports from. The administration continues to monitor the weather for rapid response.