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Olongapo Vice Mayor Calls for Council Probe Into City Flooding Crisis
Vice Mayor Kaye Ann Legaspi has asked the Olongapo City Council to investigate recurring flooding and drainage failures affecting multiple communities. The request includes a comprehensive review of the city's Flood Vulnerability Map and assessment of repeatedly affected areas.
LSN Philippines ·
SAN ANTONIO, Zambales — Olongapo City Vice Mayor Kaye Ann Legaspi has formally requested the city council to launch a legislative inquiry into persistent flooding and drainage infrastructure problems plaguing the locality.
In a letter submitted to city council members on Monday, Legaspi urged lawmakers to conduct a thorough review of Olongapo's Flood Vulnerability Map and assess communities experiencing recurring inundation. The request signals growing concern over the city's capacity to manage seasonal flooding events that have disrupted residential and commercial areas.
The vice mayor's initiative comes as several barangays continue to face water-related challenges during heavy rainfall periods. A comprehensive legislative inquiry could help identify systemic gaps in drainage systems and recommend solutions tailored to the city's specific vulnerabilities.
The city council's response to the request remains pending. If approved, the inquiry is expected to examine existing flood mitigation measures, infrastructure conditions, and resource allocation for drainage maintenance and improvement projects.