By Myris Lee
The National Water Resources Board (NWRB) is closely monitoring Angat Dam and other dams following the declaration of the onset of rainy season in the country.
Dr. Sevillo David Jr., NRWB executive director, said La Niña can cause heavy rains that may result in spilling of dams. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on May 18 declared the start of the rainy season.
“Ngayon po kasing taon ay nagsabi nga po ang PAGASA na patuloy po iyong sinasabing La Niña, kaya umaasa po tayo na magkakaroon po ng mga pag-ulan na mataas po sa normal,” David said in the May 20 Laging Handa briefing.
“Kaya isa pong dapat din nating paghandaan ay ang posibilidad na magkaroon po ng mga spilling doon sa mga dam natin kung ito po ay mapuno kasi po kapag mataas po masyado ang mga pag-ulan,” he added.
The official said operators are always on alert so they can immediately inform local government units regarding possible spilling that may cause flooding.
PAGASA said La Niña will likely persist until June to August 2022. – ag
