TACLOBAN CITY, LEYTE, PHILIPPINES — Enhancing Road Safety and Stormwater Flow Field personnel from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Regional Office VIII and the Tacloban City District Engineering Office (TCDEO) have carried out extensive drainage declogging operations along the San Jose–Manlurip Road in Tacloban City. The joint maintenance effort targeted critical drainage channels to ensure unobstructed stormwater runoff and protect the primary thoroughfare from localized flooding.
Targeted Maintenance and Flood Control
The field operations addressed persistent drainage blockages caused by accumulated silt and urban waste:
Debris Removal: Field crews excavated accumulated soil, sediment, trash, and structural obstructions restricting the flow within underground and roadside culverts.
Restored Capacity: Clearing the drainage network restores designed stormwater discharge capacity, significantly lowering the risk of road inundation during heavy rains.
Roadway Preservation: Preventing water accumulation along the San Jose–Manlurip stretch helps minimize asphalt deterioration, potholes, and hazardous driving conditions for local commuters.
Alignment with National Infrastructure Directives
The routine maintenance and flood mitigation operations support national infrastructure sustainability objectives:
Presidential Directive: Aligns with the policy of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to maintain resilient, reliable, and safe public infrastructure across regional transit corridors.
DPWH Directives: Carried out in accordance with instructions from DPWH Secretary Vivencio B. Dizon prioritizing systematic drainage maintenance, proactive flood management, and climate-resilient road networks.
Through continuous routine maintenance, DPWH RO8 and TCDEO remain committed to safeguarding key traffic arteries and mitigating flood risks across Tacloban City.
