By Christine Fabro
The National Water Resources Board (NWRB) assured there will be an ample supply of water in the country during the dry season.
However, NWRB Executive Director Dr. Sevillo David Jr. reminded the public to conserve water as El Niño may likely occur in the coming months.
“[Kapag] panahon ng tag-init, nagiging isyu ang water supply. Gusto nating maipabatid sa mga kababayan natin na may sapat tayong suplay pero ang sabi ng [Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration] ay mayroong nagbabadyang El Niño,” David explained in Laging Handa public briefing on Monday, March 20.
“Kailangan nating paghandaan ito at baka ito ay makaapekto sa mga water supply natin, partikular sa mga saka natin,” he added.
The NWRB also said programs are being devised to address concerns about access to clean and safe water for Filipinos. – gb
