Flood facilitation, not flood control
This is the third week of daily clouds and rain in Metro Manila and many provinces in the country.
This report details the ongoing struggle with flooding in Metro Manila and Luzon due to the prolonged "habagat" monsoon season. The article argues that the issue lies not in a lack of flood control infrastructure, but in the absence of flood facilitation measures. Key points include the high ACE (Accumulated Cyclone Energy) index suggesting intense storm activity, the importance of natural water drainage, and the need for more lakes, dams, and water storage structures to minimize flash flooding.
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