NDRRMC executive director Ricardo Jalad assured the public that the government is doing everything to restore normal water supply. “This entails that Angat Dam can sufficiently address Metro Manila’s water requirements,” Jalad said. Meanwhile, Manila Water Co., whose service areas are reeling from water shortage, yesterday assured the public its 20-hour water interruptions will not last throughout summer as it is starting to see the initial positive effects of the rotational water supply scheme implemented since Thursday. “These operational adjustments are a temporary measure that Manila Water is undertaking to balance water supply distribution in its concession area,” the company said. Open bypass valveAs thousands in Metro Manila continued to line up for water, President Duterte ordered the opening of the Angat Dam bypass valve to enable Manila Water to replenish its stock.

Source: Philippine Star March 15, 2019 16:00 UTC