MANILA, Philippines — Amid the worsening impact of climate change, more than 100 barangays in the country were identified by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources as most at risk of flooding, a ranking official said.
“It is really on a case-to-case basis as there are two neighboring barangays where one has early warning knows the solution to the problem, but we also have a barangay that does not have an understanding of the problem. They only react if the problem is already there. If there is rescue, recovery and rehabilitation, it means the problem has already happened,” he said.
“We need to understand that the flood waters are also used for irrigation, domestic use, aquaculture, ecotourism and hydro power. So why is it that the immediate solution is to bring the flood waters to the oceans. Our strategy should be to store the water, impound, so we can have it for future use,” he added.
“For me, the scientific approach to designing will go a long way. The solid waste problems clog our esteros and canals these are interconnected problems,” he said.Limited slots only! Glam up your hair with free salon makeover at #PowerOverDamage pop-upsWhat I learned from Tatang: Employees and colleagues share stories about SM’s Henry Sy Sr.