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Water levels spike again at Olongapo City bridges after brief respite
Three bridges in Olongapo City, Zambales are experiencing renewed water level surges Tuesday morning. The Sta. Rita Bridge has reached critical levels again after receding from evacuation thresholds recorded the previous day.
LSN Philippines ·
Water levels beneath three key bridges in Olongapo City have risen anew, renewing concerns about flooding in the area. As of 8:47 a.m. Tuesday, the Sta. Rita Bridge recorded a water level of 2.5 meters, marking a return to critical classification, according to city monitoring data.
The rise comes after water levels dropped from evacuation thresholds documented Monday afternoon. The fluctuations underscore ongoing vulnerability in the city's bridge crossings to rising water conditions.
City officials continue to monitor water levels at the three bridges as a precautionary measure. Residents in low-lying areas near the crossings remain advised to stay alert to changing conditions and heed any advisories issued by local authorities.
The recurring high water levels highlight the region's susceptibility to flooding during periods of heavy rainfall or increased water runoff in surrounding areas.