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Regional Updates (11/12/20)
Four major dams in Luzon have started to release excess water due to Typhoon Ulysses.
Angat Dam in Bulacan, the primary water source for Metro Manila, exceeded its spilling level, prompting the release of 65 cubic meters per second (cms) of water.
The Ipo Dam also opened four of its gates after reaching an elevation of 101.20 meters.
Magat Dam in Isabela opened three of its gates to reduce its water elevation, which stood at 190.70 meters.
La Mesa Dam in Quezon City reached its spilling level of 80.15 meters and has been spilling since 9:20 a.m.
The Binga Dam and Ambuklao Dam in Benguet have also released water.
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Magat Dam has reduced its open spillway gates to two as of Saturday morning, November 14, 2020.
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The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) explained that opening the gates of Magat Dam was necessary to prevent a catastrophic breach due to heavy rains from Typhoon Ulysses.
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PAGASA warned residents in low-lying areas of Bulacan to be vigilant due to rising water levels at Ipo Dam caused by Typhoon Ulysses.
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La Mesa Dam is under red alert status due to continuous moderate to heavy rains brought by Typhoon Ulysses, with its water level reaching 79.88 meters as of 4:27 a.m. on Thursday, November 12.
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Consecutive typhoons have significantly raised the water levels of dams in the Philippines, including Angat Dam, which is crucial for Metro Manila's water supply.
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