DPWH Wants Localized Flood Control Master Plans

DPWH wants localized flood control master plans

Instead of waiting for a comprehensive national flood control and drainage master plan, the Department of Public Works and Highways will implement localized drainage master plans in direct consultation with city and municipal mayors to address Metro Manila’s broader flood crisis, DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon said.

DPWH moves to widen road inlets as Metro Manila battles recurring floods

Floyd Brenz., Philippine Canadian Inquirer August 19, 2026 MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Public Works and Highways is moving to redesign drainage inlets along major Metro Manila roads as […] The post DPWH moves to widen road inlets as Metro Manila battles recurring floods appeared first on Philippine Canadian Inquirer.

Marcos directs DPWH to coordinate with QC gov't on flood control master plan

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has directed the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to coordinate with the Quezon City government regarding the city"s flood control master plan after several areas experienced flooding amid continued rains.

DPWH changes tack, focuses more on LGU coordination for integrated flood control master plan in Metro Manila

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has started implementing a new flood control strategy that focuses more on coordination with local government units (LGUs) for an integrated master plan to address widespread flooding during the rainy season.Unlike before, various flood control structures would crop up in each of the local government units in Metro Manila, DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon said the strategy is now focusing on a coordin…