By Alec Go
The National Water Resources Board (NWRB) said it is closely monitoring the water level in Angat Dam in preparation for the “reliable” water supply allocation for the dry season.
NWRB Executive Director Dr. Sevillo David Jr. said the water level of the dam, which provides nearly “95 percent” of the water allocation of Metro Manila and its neighboring provinces, is currently at 197.85 meters.
“Masasabi po natin na ito ay halos mahigit 10 metro ang baba doon sa gusto sana nating level sa Angat Dam at saka sa kaparehas na oras sa panahon,” David said in the Jan. 29 Laging Handa briefing.
“Masasabi natin na kailangan po nating paghandaan at i-manage nang maayos itong limitadong supplies sa ngayon sa Angat Dam para naman po sa panahon ng tag-init ay mayroon pa pong supply,” he added.
David said the NWRB, together with the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) and other government agencies, are ensuring that the current water allocation is “sustained” until summer time amid the threat of the pandemic.
The official said they are “more prepared” this time compared to the situation in 2019 when there were water adjustments, citing that there have already been “mitigating measures” in place such as the use of deep wells.
“Bukod sa tubig na nanggagaling sa Angat Dam at itong mga konsesyonaryo at ang MWSS ay mayroon pong mga ini-establish na mga water treatment facility diyan po sa Laguna Lake at dito po sa Marikina River,” he said.
The NWRB chief, meanwhile, urged the public to observe responsible water consumption through recycling and conserving.
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