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Why was flooding so bad in Metro Manila? MMDA cites extreme rain, drainage limits

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Chalssea Kate Echegoyen
Why was flooding so bad in Metro Manila? MMDA cites extreme rain, drainage limits
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The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has attributed recent severe flooding in Metro Manila to extreme rainfall and the limitations of the existing drainage infrastructure. The report highlights the ongoing challenges in managing urban water systems during intense weather events.

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Urban flooding is a critical infrastructure issue that impacts the safety and economic stability of millions of residents in major metropolitan areas.

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