Marikina River Under Third Alarm Due to Habagat
MANILA, Philippines — The Marikina River has reached third alarm status this Monday evening following continuous heavy rains brought by the southwest monsoon, locally called habagat, affecting Metro Manila and other parts of Luzon. The river’s water level climbed to 18.2 meters by 10:20 p.m., triggering mandatory evacuation orders, local authorities reported.
Because of the rising water, the government has enforced forced evacuations to ensure residents’ safety. The Marikina Public Information Office (PIO) confirmed that several evacuation centers were opened as early as 5 p.m. to accommodate those displaced by the flood risk.
Evacuation Centers Open in Marikina
Residents can seek refuge in the following centers:
- Malanday Elementary School
- H. Bautista Elementary School
- Nangka Elementary School
- Concepcion Integrated School
- Concepcion Elementary School
- Sto. Niño Elementary School
- Sto. Niño National High School
- Leodegario Victorino Elementary School
- Filipinas Gym
- Bulelak Gym
- Sampaguita Gym
- Marikina Elementary School
- Sta. Elena Elementary School
- Nangka Gym
- Kalumpang Elementary School
- Kalumpang National High School
- San Roque Elementary School
- San Roque High School
- Barangka Elementary School
- Tañong High School
- PLMAR (Green Heights)
- IVs Covered Court
- Jesus Dela Peña National High School
- Marikina High School
- Parang Elementary School
- Fortune Elementary School
- Fortune High School
- St. Mary Elementary School
- SSS Village Elementary School
- SSS National High School
- Kap. Moy Elementary School
- Marikina High School
- Marikina Heights High School
- Sta. Elena Chapel
Rising Alarms as Water Levels Soar
The water level first hit 15 meters at 12:25 p.m., triggering the first alarm. It then rose to 16 meters by 1:53 p.m., activating the second alarm. The current third alarm reflects the urgent need for residents to move to safer areas as flooding worsens.
Heavy Rainfall Warnings Across Luzon
Currently, Metro Manila, Bataan, and parts of Bulacan remain under red rainfall warnings. These warnings signal the likelihood of heavy rains and flooding in affected areas. Local leaders urge residents to stay alert and prepare for potential hazards.
Earlier reports from the state weather bureau indicated two low-pressure areas within the Philippine area of responsibility as of 2:00 p.m. Both have a medium chance of developing into tropical depressions within 24 hours, which could further worsen weather conditions.
Areas Expected to Receive Heavy Rainfall
According to the 5 p.m. heavy rainfall outlook from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration, the following areas are forecast to experience heavy to intense rainfall (100 to 200 millimeters) from Monday afternoon through Tuesday afternoon:
- Zambales
- Bataan
- Pampanga
- Bulacan
- Cavite
- Batangas
- Rizal
Residents are advised to remain vigilant and monitor official announcements as the situation develops.
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