Navotas Roads Flooded Amid Rising Tide and Structural Damage
MANILA, Philippines — Several roads in Navotas were submerged on Sunday afternoon due to high tide and a collapsed wall, local leaders reported. The Navotas City government confirmed that floodwaters ranging from one to seven inches affected key streets across the city.
Residents in the area witnessed rising water levels that disrupted daily movement and posed challenges to commuters and motorists alike. The local government unit (LGU) swiftly responded to the situation, citing the combined impact of natural forces and infrastructure failure.
Flooded Areas in Navotas
The LGU provided a detailed list of affected locations where floodwaters had accumulated. In District 1, Sipac Almacen experienced flooding on M. Naval Street heading to P. Gabriel and in front of City Hall, with water levels reaching four to five inches.
District 2, particularly San Jose, saw deeper flooding. M. Naval Street near Navotas City Hospital and at the corner of E. Tuazon recorded five to seven inches of water. Meanwhile, in Tanza 1, areas such as Everlasting Street, Capt. Cruz, E. Rodriguez, and Doña Aurora streets experienced water levels between one and four inches.
Collapsed Wall on Celestino Street
According to the LGU, the flooding worsened after a wall collapsed on Celestino Street in Barangay San Jose. This structural damage contributed to the water overflow and hampered drainage in the area.
Local officials assured the public that efforts to manage the situation were ongoing. “The operation of the pumping stations in our city and the repair of the Tangos-Tanza navigational gate continue,” they noted. These measures aim to mitigate flooding and restore normalcy as soon as possible.
Response and Recovery Efforts Continue
The city’s proactive approach includes continuous monitoring of water levels and infrastructure integrity to prevent similar occurrences. The LGU encourages residents to stay alert and exercise caution in affected zones.
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