JV Ejercito to DA: Prioritize water impounding facilities, in preparation for Super El Niño
Philippine Senator JV Ejercito has urged the Department of Agriculture to prioritize water impounding and storage infrastructure to prepare for the upcoming Super El Niño. The initiative aims to mitigate flooding during the rainy season while securing irrigation water for the dry season.
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Effective water management infrastructure is critical for food security and disaster resilience in regions vulnerable to extreme climate fluctuations.
Manila Bulletin - JV Ejercito to DA: Prioritize water impounding facilities, in preparation for Super El Niño
JV Ejercito to DA: Prioritize water impounding facilities, in preparation for Super El Niño
Senate Finance Committee chairman Sen. Joseph Victor "JV" Ejercito pointed this out during the panel's hearing on the DA's proposed budget for 2027, emphasizing the need for water storage infrastructure that could mitigate flooding during the rainy season and at the same time secure water supplies for irrigation during dry periods.
The Department of Agriculture (DA) and its attached agencies should prioritize water impounding facilities and retention projects as part of its preparation for the expected severe impact of Super El Niño in the coming months.
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