This Week in Metro Manila (March 16 to 22, 2019)

Parts of Metro Manila are suffering from water interruptions and shortages.

By: Denisse Shawntel Tan | March 16, 2019

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The water supply at Manila will be lower in the coming weeks.

This week in Metro Manila, affected areas will be facing water interruption due to the low water level in the La Mesa Dam. Manila Water, one of the metro’s major water providers, attributes this to the El Nino. As a result, the company has announced that they will be decreasing the water pressure in several areas, leading to water interruptions and shortages in some parts. In other news, it will be pleasantly sunny all over the city. The weather is ideal for travel, but those who will use the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) will have to prepare for the increase in toll fees.

Weather: Sunny to cloudy weather in Metro Manila

The weather is expected to be sunny and cloudy around Metro Manila. Those who will be outside can expect humid weather, since the day temperature will range from 32 °C to 34 °C [1]. As always, wear sunscreen to keep your skin protected from the sun. Monitor the news for more updates on the weather situation.

Traffic News: NLEX toll rates increase

Heads up for motorists: North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) toll fees will increase starting March 20. The increase will depend on the vehicle type. Motorists can expect a 22 percent increase on the flat rates at Mindanao Avenue, Balintawak, Valenzuela, Karuhatan, Meycauayan, and Marilao exits.

Class one or ordinary cars will be charged PhP55 (from a previous rate of PhP45); class two vehicles or buses and small trucks will be charged PhP137 (from a previous rate of PhP114); and class three vehicles or trucks and trailers will be charged PhP165 (from a previous rate of PhP136).

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Travel Update

Water interruptions will affect several areas

In preparation for El Nino, Manila Water announced that several areas in Manila and Rizal can expect low pressure to no water during peak hours to conserve the water level of La Mesa Dam. Affected areas in Manila include the following:

• Makati – Nangka, Fortune, Tumana
• Pasig City – Kapitolyo, Pineda, Kalawaan, Bagong Ilog, Caniogan, Oranbo,Palatiw, Pinagbuhatan, San Miguel, San Antonio, San Joaquin, Sagad
• Quezon City – Kamuning, Obrero, Paligsahan, Phil-Am, Pasong Tamo, Mariana, Nayong Kanluran, Kaunlaran, Kristong Hari, Kalusugan, Immaculate Conception, Hoseshoe, Bagong Lipunan ng Crame, Pasadena, Pinagkaisahan, Roxas, Sacred Heart, San Martin de Porres, Valencia, South Triangle, West Triangle,Santa Cruz
• Taguig City – Bambang, Bagong Tanyag, Katuparan, Hagonoy, Central Bicutan, Central Signal Village, Lower Bicutan, Ibayo-Tipas, Santa Ana, New Lower Bicutan, North Signal Village, South Signal Village, Tuktukan, Waea, Western Bicutan, Ususan, Upper Bicutan
• Mandaluyong – Wack-Wack, Buwayang Bato, Barangka Drive
• San Juan City – West Crame, Corazon de Jesus


Anyone who lives in the areas mentioned above are advised to store enough water to prepare for water shortage [3].


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References:
[1] https://bit.ly/2VIlmDd
[2] https://bit.ly/2Hhk7I4
[3] https://bit.ly/2Ch5dNK

About Denisse Shawntel Tan

Denisse Tan is currently a work in progress: she’s an aspiring writer, artist, and fashion designer! She’s trying to figure out how to manage her time in achieving all of her goals while also taking in life as humanly possible. Aside from art, she’s a big fan of the color pink, disco music, Bratz dolls, and Genshin Impact. By age 35, she plans to travel to New York City 🗽.

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