01/08/2026
𝗣𝗔𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗔 𝗦𝗔 𝗣𝗔𝗚𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗟𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗬𝗢 𝗨𝗚 𝗣𝗔𝗚𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗢𝗥 𝗦𝗔 𝗔𝗧𝗢𝗡𝗚 𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗚𝗘 𝗦𝗬𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗠
Even before the rainy season began, our Aksyon Agad Team had already been conducting continuous desilting and cleanup operations in our drainage systems, especially in flood-prone areas.
Garbage, grease, mud, silt, and other debris are among the main causes of clogged drainage systems. In some cases, our teams have even found entire bed mattresses inside our drainage canals. These blockages can quickly result in flooding along our roads and communities.
I understand how concerning flooding can be, especially for residents in areas that are frequently affected. That is why we will continue our cleanup operations and regular monitoring so we can immediately respond whenever certain areas need clearing.
However, the LGU cannot solve this problem alone. This is a shared responsibility. The improper disposal of garbage, used cooking oil, and other waste into our canals remains one of the biggest reasons our drainage systems continue to become clogged despite our regular cleanup efforts.
Aside from cleanup operations, we are also working on long-term solutions by continuously improving our drainage infrastructure.
In Bulacao, particularly in the area commonly referred to as the “Atlantic Ocean,” there is no DPWH drainage project scheduled this year. Because of this, the City had to find ways to address the problem using our own resources.
We improved the drainage systems along the inner roads that collect water from the highway and direct it toward the rivers. Over the past few days, we have already seen a significant improvement in Bulacao.
This was also made possible because the residents in the area cooperated with our efforts. I would like to sincerely thank all of you for doing your part and helping us keep the drainage systems clear.
We are also encouraged to see positive results from our continuous desilting and cleanup operations. During the recent heavy rain, flooding occurred in Linao, but the water subsided within around 10 minutes. This shows that our drainage system is working, although blockages caused by accumulated silt and garbage can still temporarily slow down the flow of water.
Our drainage system will never be perfect. There may still be times when heavy rain, silt, and garbage cause flooding. But we will do everything we can to make flooding less frequent and, most importantly, ensure that the water subsides as quickly as possible.
Your LGU will continue working, monitoring flood-prone areas, clearing our drainage systems, and investing in long-term improvements. We also ask for the continued cooperation of every Talisaynon.
When the LGU and the community work together, we can improve the flow of water and make our city safer for everyone.
Magtinabangay kita.
