AS heavy rains brought about by Tropical Cyclone Kristine inundated the Bicol Region to an extent not seen in 30 years, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said it would be changing the way it deals with rampant flooding across the country.
Stung by criticism and allegations of corruption in flood control projects, DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan said flooding needs to be addressed holistically, stressing that engineering solutions are just part of it.
At least 30 road sections are closed to the onslaught of Tropical Storm Kristine, the Department of Public Works and Highways said Wednesday. These roads are impassable due to the following reasons: Cordillera Administrative Region […]
THE Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is making headway in improving local access roads, which have significant impacts, particularly in agriculture and trade. DPWH Director Alex Bote said improving local roads was part […]
MANILA, Philippines — A total of 9,005 personnel and 2,048 units of heavy equipment, through its Quick Response Assets, have been deployed to areas affected by Severe Tropical Storm “Kristine,” the Department of Public Works […]
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