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'Uwan' leaves major water infrastructure damage; LWUA mobilizes aid
Several water districts across the Philippines have incurred millions of pesos in damages due to Super Typhoon Uwan.
The Virac Water District in Catanduanes reported P3 million in damages, while the San Andres Water District sustained P3.5 million in losses.
In Albay, the Daraga Water District estimated its damages at P27 million, with its filtration facilities also damaged.
The Jose Panganiban Water District in Camarines Norte suffered P2 million in damages.
Two water districts in Camarines Sur, Del Gallego and Ragay, reported P2.5 million and P100,000 in damages, respectively.
Assessments are still ongoing for water districts in Bato, Pandan, Viga, Paracale, and Bombon due to disrupted communication lines.
The Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA) confirmed the significant damage and is mobilizing for urgent restoration efforts and emergency assistance, including emergency loans or grants.
Some water districts are currently relying on generator sets as power restoration efforts continue following the typhoon's impact.
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