Sunog Apog pumping station in Tondo to be operational by May 2026

The Sunog Apog Pumping Station in Tondo, Manila, is set to be operational by May 2026 after years of being non-functional.

DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon announced the development following an inspection with MMDA Chairperson Romando Artes and Manila City Mayor Isko Moreno Domagoso.

Prime Infra, the private contractor, committed to having one pump operational by January 16, 2026, and at least three by May 2026 or before the next rainy season.

The P774 million flood mitigation structure, completed in 2020, had never worked properly.

The pumping station aims to mitigate flooding in Metro Manila by removing runoff water from areas like Tondo and directing it to nearby waterways.

The facility is also equipped with trash rakes to filter debris, and a component of the trash rake also needs fixing.