Revisiting dam protocols is a must – Legarda
Deputy Speaker Loren Legarda urged Thursday operators to revisit and update their dam protocols after the massive flooding in Cagayan and Isabela, partly due to Magat Dam’s water release. “I …
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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 …
NIA eyes revising dam opening protocols
The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) said Tuesday it would revisit and consider revising the protocols on opening the dams and releasing water to prevent massive flooding from happening again. “Actually …
Cagayan LGU eyes filing case vs. NIA
Cagayan provincial government will study if it continues with filing charges against the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) over Magat Dam’s release water, which allegedly caused the massive flooding in the …
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 …