DPWH: Floods close roads in Metro Manila and 4 regions

Forty-four national road sections across eight cities in Metro Manila and four additional regions are experiencing varying degrees of flooding, high water elevation, soil collapse, and road cut due to the southwest monsoon on Monday.

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) reported that G. Araneta Avenue's southbound section from Kaliraya St. to E. Rodriguez Sr., and its northbound counterpart between E. Rodriguez Sr. and Kaliraya St., are closed due to a flood height of 100 centimeters.

In Manila, flooded areas include España Boulevard, Ramon Magsaysay Boulevard, Blumentritt Road, Tayuman Street, Roxas Boulevard, Taft Avenue, T.M. Kalaw Avenue, Mel Lopez Boulevard, and UN Avenue with depths ranging from 5 cm to 30 cm.

Valenzuela City, Navotas City, Mandaluyong City, Pasay City, Malabon City, Parañaque City, Quezon City, and additional regions have varying degrees of flooding affecting specific roads while some remain passable for vehicles.

The DPWH-NCR has deployed Quick Response Teams to clear drainages in affected areas and assist stranded motorists. Additionally, 18 national road sections are closed across four regions due to high water elevation, soil collapse, and flooding.

Motorists are advised to exercise caution and take alternate routes to avoid the flooded and impassable sections.