Residents near Pasig River advised to move if water rises

Pasig River as seen from the Lawton Ferry Station as of 11:50 a.m., Saturday, June 29, 2019. (Photo from a video posted on Facebook by the PRRC)

MANILA, Philippines — The Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission (PRRC) on Saturday advised residents living near Pasig River to immediately evacuate if the water level rises to an alarming level.

Residents in communities near the river should meanwhile monitor the weather and take precautions and safety measures, the PRRC said in a Facebook post.

“Should the waters rise to an alarming level, immediate evacuation is strongly advised and coordinate with concerned agencies for appropriate assistance,” the PRRC said.

Status of the Pasig River at Lawton Ferry Station, Manila as of 11:50AM.The Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission – PRRC advises everyone, especially the communities along the rivers to take necessary precautions and safety measures. Should the waters rise to an alarming level, immediate evacuation is strongly advised and coordinate with concerned agencies for appropriate assistance. Lastly, regularly check weather updates for information and guidance. Stay safe everyone!#PusoParaSaIlogPasig #PRRC #PasigRiver #TaskForceFloodControl #DisasterRiskReduction

由 Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission – PRRC 发布于 2019年6月28日周五

Metro Manila is expected to have scattered light to heavy rainfall, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration’s (Pagasa).

Rainfall is also expected in parts of Mindanao and Visayas, as well as Mimaropa (Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, and Palawan), Western Visayas, Zambales, Bataan, Batangas, and Cavite.

READ: Southwest monsoon to bring heavy rain over Luzon, Visayas, parts of Mindanao

(Editor: Alexander T. Magno)