Magat Dam not built for flood control – NIA
The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) explained that the Magat Dam was not designed for flood control. As per the Magat Dam’s operations manual, NIA Administrator Ricardo Visaya said, “[i]t is …
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Magat Dam not major cause of massive flooding – NIA
National Irrigation Administration (NIA) chief Ricardo Visaya on Tuesday insisted that the Magat Dam’s opening of the water gates was not the major cause of the massive flooding in Cagayan …
Officials explain why Cagayan Valley had ‘worst’ flood in 40 years
Officials gave different explanations on why Cagayan Valley experienced the worst flood in 40 years. For Cagayan Gov. Manuel Mamba, the water from Magat Dam and other provinces caused severe …
NIA: Magat Dam would break if waters not released
On Monday, National Irrigation Administration Administrator Ricardo Visaya explained why Magat Dama had to open its gates and release water amid the heavy rains from Typhoon Ulysses, saying it would …
Coast Guard sending more rubber boats, rescuers to Cagayan
More rubber boats and rescuers would be sent to Tuguegarao City in Cagayan Province for rescue operations amid the flooding caused by Typhoon Ulysses and water released of Magat Dama …
At least 276 stranded individuals rescued in Cagayan, Isabela
The Philippine Coast Guard rescued at least 276 individuals who were stranded in their homes in Cagayan and Isabela early Saturday morning. The towns of the two provinces were submerged …
Ambuklao, Ipo dams release water due to TS Pepito
Ipo and Ambuklao dams opened gates on Wednesday morning to release water amid the heavy rains brought by Tropical Storm Pepito. As of 6 am, Ipo Dam in Bulacan opened …